Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,005 per week

About the Role

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN for a 13-week assignment in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at a facility in Columbus, IN. This role involves providing specialized care to critically ill and premature newborns, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor critically ill and premature newborns, identifying changes and documenting conditions and responses.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved neonatal nursing techniques.
• Perform neonatal assessments, including vital signs, weight checks, and specialized neonatal screenings.
• Operate and manage advanced NICU equipment, such as ventilators, CPAP machines, and infusion pumps.
• Assist with life-saving and diagnostic neonatal procedures, including umbilical line placement and intubation.
• Educate and support parents on neonatal care, including feeding techniques and developmental care.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for neonates in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Adhere to infection control measures to protect vulnerable neonates.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize neonatal outcomes.

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as a neonatal intensive care RN.
• Valid RN license in compliance with Indiana state regulations.
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification.
• Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Certification (RNC-NIC).
• PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certification.
• Additional certifications and licenses as required.

Qualifications

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and demonstrate PC skills.
• Physical ability to remain stationary, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.
• Mental resilience to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain continuous concentration to detail.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours.
• Life and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program.
• 24/7 recruiter support.
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.

Skills

• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technical proficiency in operating NICU equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Schedule

36 hours per week, 12-hour night shifts.