First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Gilbert, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 14 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse – NICU / Special Care Nursery (SCN)
Specialty: NICU / Special Care Nursery
Unit: Special Care Nursery (SCN)
Assignment Type: Travel
Shift: 12-Hour Nights
Shift Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Weekend Requirement: 3 weekend shifts per schedule/month
Call: None
Float: Sister Hospital – Chandler Regional NICU
Scrub Color: Navy Blue
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse – NICU / Special Care Nursery for a travel assignment. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 2 years of NICU experience and previous experience working in a Level II NICU/Special Care Nursery.
This unit provides specialized care for neonates 32 weeks gestational age and above, including infants requiring CPAP, high-flow oxygen, sepsis monitoring, hyperbilirubinemia management and feeder/grower care.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of NICU experience – Required
- Level II NICU / Special Care Nursery experience – Required
- Level III NICU experience preferred
- NRP – Required
- BLS – Required
- Strong neonatal assessment and patient-care skills
- Ability to independently start IVs in neonates
- Must be comfortable caring for premature and medically complex newborns
- Stable NICU experience is NOT required
Unit Details
- 12 licensed Special Care Nursery beds
- Average census: approximately 10 patients
- Approximately 325 deliveries per month
- Typical nurse-to-patient ratio: 3:1, depending on acuity; may be 2:1 for higher-acuity patients
- Level II Special Care Nursery
- Cares for infants 32 weeks gestation and above
Common Patient Population
- CPAP patients
- High-flow oxygen patients
- Feeder/Grower infants
- Respiratory/Sepsis monitoring
- Hyperbilirubinemia (Hyperbili)
- Other Level II neonatal conditions
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to neonatal patients
- Perform neonatal assessments and monitor changes in condition
- Start and manage peripheral IV access
- Care for infants receiving CPAP and high-flow oxygen
- Monitor and manage feeder/grower infants
- Provide care for neonates requiring sepsis observation
- Manage hyperbilirubinemia patients
- Collaborate with NNPs, neonatologists and pediatric providers
- RNs are not required to titrate drips on this unit
- Certified neonatal PICC team available for PICC placement
Support & Providers
- NNPs in-house 24/7
- Pediatrician coverage/on-call available 24 hours
- Neonatal PICC team available
- PCT/HUC available to assist with neonatal patient care
- Charge Nurse manages the shift and attends high-risk deliveries; typically does not carry an assignment
Monitoring & Respiratory Support
- No dedicated monitor techs
- When a rhythm/strip requires evaluation, RN may consult the NNP, Neonatologist or Cardiologist on call
- Respiratory support includes:
Schedule
- 12-hour night shifts
- 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Self-scheduling is available
- Weekend Requirement: 3 weekend shifts per schedule/month, consisting of:
- Friday or Saturday shifts
- One Sunday shift
- Holiday Requirement: One major and one minor holiday if they fall within the assignment
- No call or standby requirement
Floating Requirement
NICU travelers must be willing to float to the sister hospital's NICU at Chandler Regional as required.
Orientation & Skills Validation
- Department-specific orientation: 2 shifts
- Day 1 Sim Lab: Pass/Fail simulation for Foley catheter insertion
- Study guides will be provided with first-day instructions
- Clinicians should be prepared to successfully complete the required skills validation
Important Eligibility Requirements
Radius Rule
- 50-mile radius rule applies
CommonSpirit Employment Restriction
Candidates may not have been full-time, part-time, or PRN employees with any facility associated with CommonSpirit Health, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the previous 12 months.
Dress Code
Navy Blue scrubs
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a confident NICU/SCN RN with at least 2 years of neonatal nursing experience, Level II experience, strong neonatal assessment skills and the ability to care for infants requiring CPAP and high-flow support.
Level III NICU experience is preferred but not required.
Akshay #1169427
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus