```htmlJob Opportunity – Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU II/III) Registered Nurse – South Carolina
Start Date: September 21, 2026
Location: South Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Two shift options available: 4x12-hour shifts (1900-0730) with no call, or 3x12-hour shifts (1900-0730) with at least one 12-hour call shift bi-weekly. Weekend coverage every other weekend unless needs change. Patient ratio 2:1.
Highlights:
- Advanced Level II and Level III NICU experience with complex neonatal patient population including babies 22 weeks gestation and greater
- Comprehensive case mix including HIE, abdominal wall defects, respiratory distress syndrome, drug exposure/withdrawal, sepsis, and multiple congenital anomalies
- State-of-the-art equipment including jet ventilators, HFOV, therapeutic hypothermia systems (Arctic Sun), and advanced monitoring technology
- Specialized procedures including full body cooling, chest tube management, tracheostomy care, Avastin administration, and laser eye surgery support
- EPIC charting system with minimum 1 year EPIC experience required
- 41-bed unit with average daily census of 38 patients and comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and physical therapy
Requirements:
- Active South Carolina RN license
- Minimum 2 years of NICU II and III experience required
- At least 1 year of EPIC EMR documentation experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers cannot be considered
- Current certifications: BLS, NRP, and STABLE
- Flu vaccination required (no exemptions); COVID-19 vaccination not required
- Competency with advanced neonatal equipment including high-frequency ventilators, bubble CPAP, therapeutic hypothermia systems, and specialized feeding pumps
- Willingness to float to other NICU units or facilities as needed based on census requirements
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work with a critically ill neonatal population in a high-acuity environment where you'll utilize advanced clinical skills daily. You'll be part of a collaborative healthcare team supported by comprehensive interdisciplinary services, working with cutting-edge technology and evidence-based protocols to provide exceptional care to the most vulnerable patients. The flexible scheduling options allow you to choose the shift structure that best fits your professional and personal needs while making a meaningful difference in the lives of newborns and their families.
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