NICU RN - Plainfield, Illinois

Job Description Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years NICU RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.Provide specialized nursing care in a high-acuity Level III NICU, delivering expert support to micro preemies and critically ill neonates. This contract opportunity offers a 12-hour night shift schedule, focusing on complex respiratory and surgical patients from 24 weeks gestation and up, including grower-feeders and infants requiring respiratory support.Key Responsibilities:Deliver comprehensive nursing care tailored to high-acuity, Level III NICU patients, including micro preemies (as early as 24 weeks gestation).Manage advanced respiratory support and postoperative care for neonatal surgical cases.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.Utilize Epic charting system proficiently to document patient care and monitor progress.Maintain compliance with hospital protocols, safety standards, and infection control practices.May be required to float to another campus based on census needs.Qualifications and Experience:Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license.Minimum 2+ years experience in a Level III NICU setting.Certified in CPR and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).Skilled in managing high-acuity neonatal patients, including those born at 24 weeks gestation and weighing as little as 44 weeks gestation equivalents.Experience supporting both respiratory and surgical neonatal cases.Familiarity with Epic electronic health records preferred.Location:Position is based in Plainfield, ILa vibrant community with convenient access to urban amenities and natural surroundings. This location offers a blend of suburban comfort and proximity to medical resources, making it ideal for healthcare professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle.Schedule:12-hour night shifts: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AMEvery other weekend requiredThis contract role may include floating to a nearby campus depending on patient census.If you are a dedicated NICU RN ready to support fragile newborns in a specialized, high-acuity environment, apply now to advance your career in neonatal nursing.Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.