Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Job in
New Lenox, Will County, Illinois, 60451, USA
Listed on 2026-03-12
Listing for:
Fusion Medical Staffing
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-12
Job specializations:
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Nursing
Neonatal/ NICU Nurse, Healthcare Nursing, RN Nurse, Pediatric Nurse
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Position
Fusion Medical Staffing‐Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN specializing in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for a 13‑week assignment in New Lenox, Illinois.
Job Details- Specialty: NICU – Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date:
04/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks
- 12 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type:
Travel
- One year of recent experience as a neonatal intensive care RN
- Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification
- Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
- Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Certification (RNC‑NIC)
- PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC
- Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position
The NICU Registered Nurse provides specialized care to critically ill and premature newborns in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). This role includes advanced neonatal assessments, operation of life‑support equipment, and family‑centered education and support. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and ensures adherence to hospital and regulatory standards while delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care.
Essential Work Functions- Assesses and monitors critically ill and premature newborns, identifying changes and documenting conditions and responses
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved neonatal nursing techniques
- Performs neonatal assessments, including vital signs, weight checks, and specialized neonatal screenings
- Operates and manages advanced NICU equipment, such as ventilators, CPAP machines, and infusion pumps, ensuring proper functionality
- Assists with life‑saving and diagnostic neonatal procedures, including umbilical line placement and intubation
- Educates and supports parents on neonatal care, including feeding techniques and developmental care
- Prepares equipment and assists physicians during examinations and procedures
- Develops and implements individualized care plans for neonates in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
- Adheres to infection control measures, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and sterilization protocols, to protect vulnerable neonates
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including neonatologists and therapists, to optimize neonatal outcomes
- Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
- Adheres to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
- Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
- Reading, writing, and communication in English
- Adaptive comprehension of written and verbal instructions, proficiency in PC skills
- Physical Abilities – Must be able to remain stationary, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, and bend
- Interpersonal Skills – Must work effectively with diverse personnel with a positive attitude and professionalism
- Technical/Motor Skills – Ability to perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and assist with procedures and equipment
- Mental Requirements – Ability to cope with frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision or independently, manage irregular activities and maintain concentration to detail
- Sensory – Visual acuity and effective communication
- Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
- Life and short‑term disability offered
- 401(k) matching
- Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program
- 24/7 recruiter support
- Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
- Benefits start day 1 – medical, dental, vision, referral bonus, mileage reimbursement, license and certification reimbursement, weekly pay, cancellation protection, guaranteed hours, employee assistance programs, continuing education
At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch. We offer day‑one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and…
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