Travel Nurse RN - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Little Rock, AR

Key Responsibilities Provide direct nursing care to a high-acuity neonatal patient population including micro-premies (23 weeks), VLBW infants, and complex surgical and medical diagnoses such as NEC, diaphragmatic hernia, spina bifida, and chronic lung disease. Operate and monitor advanced equipment including GE ventilators, Servo, HFOV, Jet Vent, ECMO, Nitric Oxide, and IMV; collaborate with Respiratory Therapy who manage ventilators.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – NICU

Location

Little Rock, AR

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift (12-Hour) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to a high-acuity neonatal patient population including micro-premies (23 weeks), VLBW infants, and complex surgical and medical diagnoses such as NEC, diaphragmatic hernia, spina bifida, and chronic lung disease
• Operate and monitor advanced equipment including GE ventilators, Servo, HFOV, Jet Vent, ECMO, Nitric Oxide, and IMV; collaborate with Respiratory Therapy who manage ventilators
• Maintain patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:3/4 based on acuity, with ancillary support from PCTs and advanced practice providers on the unit
• Document and manage patient care using EPIC EMR and Pyxis medication system
• Float within the ICU cluster (PICU and Burn ICU) as required; travelers are first to float
• Adhere to facility dress code, scheduling requirements including every other weekend and holidays as needed, with no self-scheduling

Required Qualifications

• Active Arkansas RN license or valid Compact RN license
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a Level III or Level IV NICU; Level I or Level II experience will not be considered
• Demonstrated proficiency with EPIC EMR (must be clearly documented on submission)
• Must pass facility fit test (no facial hair permitted unless for religious beliefs)
• Must test negative for nicotine
• Ability to complete 2–3 days of facility orientation and specialty testing upon start

Preferred Experience / Skills

• NCC Neonatal ICU RN (RNC-NIC) certification preferred
• Prior travel nursing assignment experience preferred
• Familiarity with Kangaroo Care, Omni bed, and Giraffe isolette equipment

Why Join Us

• Work within a large, dedicated Level IV NICU supported by a multidisciplinary team including 24/7 Neonatologist coverage, Respiratory Therapy, and Anesthesia
• Join a facility with a strong family-centered care model, advanced equipment, and a collaborative ICU environment