Travel Registered Nurse - NNICU at Forhyre

Job Title: Travel Registered Nurse - NNICULocation: Walnut Creek, CaliforniaDepartment/Unit: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)Salary Range: $50 to $70 per hourShift: Night (12 hours) - 07:00 PM to 07:30 AMDuration: 13 weeks (Contract) / 36 hours/weekJob DescriptionElitecare Medical Staffing is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NNICU) in Walnut Creek, CA. This role is essential for providing high-quality care to Level III neonates in a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive nursing care to Level III neonates with various conditions such as prematurity, respiratory distress, and postoperative needs.Admit NICU patients and collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.Perform assessments, interventions, and documentation accurately in accordance with hospital protocols.Monitor vital signs and provide necessary interventions to stabilize patients.Educate families on the care and needs of their infants in the NICU.Maintain compliance with hospital policies and procedures, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for both patients and families. RequirementsExperience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NNICU).Licenses/Certifications:Valid and unrestricted California RN License.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.Preferred Certifications: High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV) experience preferred.Experience with EPIC EMR is a plus. SkillsStrong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team setting. Additional InformationPatient Ratio: 1:1 to 1:4 based on patient acuity.Orientation: 3 to 4 days of orientation provided.Self-Scheduling: Travelers will participate in self-scheduling after initial placement.Weekend Requirement: Must work 4 weekend shifts per schedule period (4 weeks).Holiday Requirement: Must be available for 2 out of 3 major winter holidays and 2 out of 3 summer holidays.*Travel nurses not expected to attend deliveries in Labor and Delivery. **Travel nurses are expected to admit NICU patients. ***Cannot ask for time off over Christmas.