First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Dover, New Hampshire.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/02/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (RN NICU)
Order ID: MGB-30922
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift Matrix:Day Shift | 07:00 – 19:30 (3x12-Hour Shifts)
- Work Schedule: 36 guaranteed hours per week.
- On-Call Requirement: On-call coverage required per departmental rotation.
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours Per Week
Absolute Minimum Qualifications & Departmental Hardstops:
- Licensure Mandate: Active, unencumbered New Hampshire State RN License or Compact RN License held in hand at submission.
- Experience Baseline: Minimum 2+ years of recent, dedicated Inpatient Level II/III NICU RN experience in an acute care setting.
- Mandatory Certifications:
- Active AHA BLS
- Active NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- EHR Proficiency: Mandatory Epic EMR experience.
- Flexibility & Cross-Coverage Expectations:
- Must be open to floating to Pediatrics to care for hyperbilirubinemia readmissions, Failure to Thrive cases, etc. (dependent on candidate's competence/comfort).
- Rare possibility of house-wide floating strictly for 1:1 patient coverage.
Job Summary & Clinical Scope
A Hospital in Dover, NH is seeking an experienced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN NICU) for a 13-week day contract in the combined Women & Children's Unit / Level II NICU (WD3122 / SO00006976). Operating within a Level II NICU caring for infants born at 32+ weeks gestation, the RN will deliver high-acuity neonatal nursing care under a Family Integrated Nursing Care (FINC) model.
- High-Acuity Neonatal Care: Direct care for neonates requiring non-invasive respiratory support (CPAP, HFNC), short-term mechanical ventilation, peripheral IV access, central lines, and nasogastric tube (NGT) feedings (typical assignment ratios 3–4:1 based on acuity).
- Family Integrated Nursing Care (FINC): Execute FINC care models across 4 specialized rooms where mothers and NICU neonates are cared for together, supporting maternal-infant bonding and couplet care.
- Multidisciplinary NICU Collaboration: Partner closely with 24/7 Neonatology coverage (NNPs, PAs, Neonatologists), pharmacy, nutrition, lactation, OT, SLP, and social work using Epic EMR, Plum IV pumps, and Fisher & Paykel equipment.
- Pediatric Unit Cross-Coverage Support: Provide clinical support to the adjacent 4-bed pediatric unit for low-acuity pediatric cases when unit census and staffing dictate.
Department & Facility Details
- Department Setting: Women & Children's Unit / Level II NICU (Department WD3122 / SO00006976) — 6 NICU rooms (census up to 10), 2 acute stabilization beds, 16 LDRP, and 4 Pediatric beds.
- Attire: Hospital-issued scrubs provided on site.
Order ID: MGB-30922 Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Shift Matrix: Day Shift | 07:00 – 19:30 (3x12-Hour Shifts)
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus