Registered Nurse (RN) - Newborn Nursery NIGHTS

13-week contract, 36 hours per week, night shift (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) on an alternating-weekend schedule.

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Newborn Nursery to join the team at Merit Health Natchez. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled nursery RN who is passionate about providing exceptional care to newborns and supporting families during one of their most important moments. You'll work in a collaborative clinical environment while providing safe, attentive, and evidence-based care to newborn patients throughout your assignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to newborns in the nursery setting.
• Monitor newborn vital signs, clinical status, feeding, and overall well-being.
• Perform newborn assessments and promptly identify changes in condition.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
• Assist with newborn screenings, routine procedures, and ongoing assessments.
• Support and educate parents on newborn care, feeding, safety, and discharge preparation.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, lactation staff, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Follow infection-control, patient-safety, and hospital policies at all times.

Requirements

• Active RN license eligible to practice in the assignment state.
• Previous Newborn Nursery / Nursery RN experience required.
• BLS and NRP certification required.
• STABLE certification required.
• Permanent residence must be 50+ miles from the facility.
• Must be available for night shifts and alternating weekends.
• Strong communication, assessment, and clinical decision-making skills.

Pay

$48.60 per hour.

Dress Code

Pink scrubs required.