Job Opportunity – Neonatal ICU Registered Nurse – Ohio
Start Date: October 5, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Daily census of 30 neonates; patient ratio 2-3:1; float requirements within organization as needed
Highlights:
- Provide specialized care in a Level III NICU for neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above
- Comprehensive experience with critically ill neonates, including those under 24-28 weeks gestation
- EPIC charting system with full access to multidisciplinary support services
- Advanced clinical skill set including ventilator management, arterial/central line care, and neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions
- Collaborative environment with physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, and social services
- Minimum 1 year of NICU experience required
Requirements:
- Valid Registered Nurse license (compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
- Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- Minimum 1 year of NICU Level III or Level IV experience
- Proficiency with EPIC documentation system
- Experience with ventilator settings (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
- Competency in arterial line management, central line care, and umbilical catheter management
- 2 professional references required (at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor)
- Completion of Ohio fingerprinting process immediately upon contract signing
- Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to provide life-saving care to the most vulnerable patients in a well-equipped Level III NICU setting. You'll work alongside a comprehensive multidisciplinary team with access to advanced medical technologies and full clinical support services. Join a collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional outcomes for critically ill neonates and their families while advancing your expertise in high-acuity neonatal care.
Additional Information:
- Parking options available through CampusParc ranging from $15.67 to $215.20 per month
- Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date
- Former employees eligible after 6 months away from the facility
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate