Clinical Nurse, RN – Per Diem Level III | Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) | Nights
$145,600–$145,600 year
On-siteWashington, District of Columbia, United States or Washington, United States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive neonatal assessments and titrate complex respiratory support modalities for critically ill infants, including mechanical ventilation and high-flow nasal cannula. Manage vascular access via umbilical and central catheters while administering high-risk medications and monitoring hemodynamic waveforms. Escalate neonatal emergencies such as sepsis, NEC, and intraventricular hemorrhage, and initiate phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia. Support family-centered care by facilitating kangaroo care, breastfeeding, and education on infant cues. Document patient outcomes in the electronic health record and delegate tasks to non-licensed personnel. Perform three 12-hour night shifts per week with weekend and holiday coverage as part of a Level III per diem commitment.
Required Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Minimum three (3) years of bedside RN experience in a NICU setting
- Current, active RN license in the District of Columbia
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification through the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Level III or IV NICU setting experience
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Nationally recognized nursing certification in neonatal nursing (e.g., RNC-NIC)
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