Travel NICU RN – Evenings

Job Summary

Travel NICU RN – Evenings

13 weeks contract

Start Date: ASAP

Shift: Evenings | 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM

Contract

The Opportunity

Take your next travel nursing assignment to Fort Wayne, Indiana, a welcoming Midwest city that offers a great mix of affordability, convenience, and things to do on your days off.

Fort Wayne is known for its affordable cost of living, friendly community, and easy-going lifestyle, making it a great choice for travel nurses looking to maximize their experience while enjoying a comfortable place to call home for 13 weeks.

The NICU RN will care for a diverse neonatal population in a 40-bed Level III NICU, ranging from stable feeder-growers to critically ill Level III patients. The ideal candidate will have strong neonatal clinical skills and the ability to adapt quickly to a new environment.
Responsibilities

• Provide specialized NICU care to neonatal patients during evening shifts.

• Monitor and document patient status, vitals, and clinical changes accurately.

• Maintain infection control and safety protocols specific to NICU settings.

• Respond promptly to clinical alarms and emergencies with appropriate interventions.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans and handoffs.

• Document care activities in electronic health records with accuracy and timeliness.

• Participate in performance metrics and quality improvement initiatives.

• Demonstrate reliability and accountability for individual outcomes within a team setting.

• Educate families on infant care, discharge planning, and follow-up needs.

• Demonstrate ongoing professional development and pursue advanced certifications.

• Utilize data-driven pipelines and territory-focused planning to optimize patient outcomes.

Experience/Qualifications

• Active RN license with NICU or neonatal specialization

• BLS/ACLS certification with neonatal resuscitation preferred

• Experience in NICU care and patient monitoring

• Strict adherence to NICU infection control protocols

• Ability to respond to clinical alarms and emergencies promptly

• Evening shift availability with on-site presence

• Accurate EHR documentation and charting skills

• Effective collaboration with interdisciplinary team

• Participation in quality improvement and performance metrics

• Family education and discharge planning experience