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NICU Registered Nurse

Covington, LA 70433

Posted: 04/15/26 Employment Type: Temporary Position: Registered Nurse Job Number: 63980 Specialty: Neonatal Intensive Care

Job Description


Exciting Opportunity: NICU Registered Nurse

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a NICU Registered Nurse and make a vital difference in the lives of the most vulnerable newborns. In this role, you will provide expert neonatal care in a dynamic, high-acuity environment, supporting families through precious moments and complex medical needs. Your expertise will ensure that each fragile patient receives the highest standard of care, all while contributing to a compassionate and collaborative team.

Required Skills:
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Level III NICU setting
  • Experienced in delivery attendance including vaginal and cesarean sections
  • Proficient in neonatal procedures such as IV placement, labs, ventilator management, and medication administration
  • Epic EMR system proficiency
  • Strong patient advocacy, empathy, and customer service skills
  • Ability to manage ventilators, central lines, and advanced neonatal interventions
  • Skilled in assisting with procedures like chest tubes, PICC, UAC, UVC placement, intubation, and diagnostic imaging
  • BLS and NRP certifications are mandatory
  • Capable of floating to NOU with ratios of 1:4-6 and to the normal newborn nursery as needed

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience with ultrasound, echocardiograms, EEGs, and nitric oxide therapy
  • Familiarity with pediatric patient education and breastfeeding support
  • Previous experience with self-scheduling and flexible shifts

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Registered Nurse with a valid state licensure
  • Prior experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced NICU environment
  • Demonstrated competence in managing neonatal ventilators, central lines, and complex medication protocols

Other Requirements:
  • Availability to work every other weekend and major/minor holidays (at least 1 major and 1 minor holiday)
  • Night shift commitment: 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
  • Self-scheduling flexibility
  • Willingness to float to NICU and normal newborn nursery units
  • Valid certifications in BLS & NRP
  • Must have delivery attendance experience and current NICU competency

This position offers a competitive pay rate of $56.95 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including weekly pay via direct deposit, medical benefits, referral bonuses, paid sick time, licensure/certification/travel reimbursements when applicable, and ongoing support from our dedicated team.

Take the next step in your neonatal nursing career by applying today. Bring your expertise, compassion, and dedication to a role where you truly make a difference in newborn lives.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife
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