Travel Position | Registered Nurse - NICU | Asheville, NC
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Travel Registered Nurse – NICU to join our healthcare team in Asheville, NC. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced NICU nurse who thrives on providing high-quality care to critically ill newborns while enjoying the flexibility and adventure of a travel nursing position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional nursing care to neonates in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
- Monitor and assess the condition of newborns, including vital signs, feeding, and developmental progress.
- Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments as prescribed.
- Collaborate with neonatologists, physicians, and the multidisciplinary care team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educate and support families regarding their newborn’s condition, care needs, and discharge planning.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records and documentation.
- Ensure adherence to hospital protocols, safety guidelines, and infection control standards.
Qualifications:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina (or compact license eligible).
- 2+ years of NICU experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of neonatal care, equipment, and NICU protocols.
- BLS and NRP certification required; additional certifications (e.g., CCRN) a plus.
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work as a travel nurse in a new healthcare setting.
DirectShifts is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
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