What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - RN- NICU position at Interim HealthCare of Indianapolis Staffing?
Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) Registered Nurse ( RN )
in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Are you an experienced NICU RN looking for something a little different? We currently have night shift, 13-week contract available with a great local hospital!
Our NICU RNs enjoy:
- Competitive Pay – $57/hr
- Flexible Schedule – work/life balance with guaranteed 36 hours, with weekend requirement
- Professional Growth – Online CEUs and specialized training
- Bonus Opportunities – Contract Completion / Referral
As an NICU RN, you will:
- Deliver specialized nursing care to premature, critically ill, and medically complex newborns in a high-acuity Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) during a 13-week contract assignment.
- Perform comprehensive neonatal assessments, continuously monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, oxygen saturation, respiratory status, and other clinical indicators, and promptly recognize and respond to changes in condition.
- Administer IV medications, antibiotics, fluids, blood products, and other prescribed therapies using weight-based dosing and neonatal-specific protocols while maintaining strict medication safety standards.
- Operate and monitor specialized neonatal equipment, including incubators, radiant warmers, ventilators, CPAP systems, cardiac and oxygen saturation monitors, infusion pumps, and other life-support equipment.
- Provide developmentally appropriate care to premature and critically ill infants, including thermoregulation, feeding support, positioning, skin care, and maintenance of a safe and supportive environment.
- Collaborate with neonatologists, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, lactation consultants, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized plans of care.
- Monitor and manage enteral and parenteral nutrition, feeding tubes, IV access, and fluid balance while closely observing for complications and changes in patient status.
- Provide education, emotional support, and compassionate communication to parents and families regarding their infant's condition, treatment plan, and ongoing care needs.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic documentation, follow infection prevention and patient safety standards, and adhere to NICU policies and evidence-based neonatal care practices.
- Arrive on time and prepared for all scheduled shifts while maintaining professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail in a highly specialized clinical environment.
- Participate in continuing education and maintain required certifications, competencies, and documentation to remain in compliance with facility and professional standards.
A few must-haves for ICU RNs:
- Active RN or Compact license within the state of Indiana
- Active Certifications Required: BLS through the American Heart Association
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Certificate
- 2 years of recent and related NICU experience, as required by the facility
- Must be able to work independently, yet together as part of a team
- Must be able to remain calm under pressure
- Active BLS, physical, TB test, and other medical compliance as required by the facility
Interim HealthCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $57