Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/20/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title: Charge NICU RN (Level III/IV)

Specialty/Unit: NICU (2003.607000.20536)
Start Date: 10/13/2025
Shift Options:

• Nights: 3x12 (19:00 – 07:00)
• Days: 3x12 (07:00 – 19:00)
  Duration: 13 weeks
  Open Positions: 1
  Job ID: 3013426
  
   

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced NICU Charge RN for a Level III/IV NICU. This role requires strong clinical leadership and resuscitation skills, as well as the ability to rotate between shifts based on unit needs.

• First-time travelers accepted
• Must have 2+ years of NICU experience (Level III or IV required)
• Charge RN and delivery/resuscitation experience required
• Epic charting required
• Must have a vehicle for this assignment

? All hours worked in the Charge role will be paid at the applicable Charge pay bump rate.

Scheduling & Coverage

• Float Requirement: Yes – to maternity, MBU (helping hands), or other units based on skills
• On-Call Requirement: Yes – standby when not needed on unit (30-min response if called)
• Weekends: Variable, rotating (every 3rd weekend for Days; 4 shifts/28-day period for Nights)
• Block Scheduling: Not available
• Pre-approved Time Off: 1 request allowed

Hospital & Unit Details

• Facility Type: Short-Term Acute Care
• Total Beds: 418 | NICU Beds: 19
• Daily Census: ~9
• Patient Population: Neonates & infants, including premature infants <28 weeks and term infants requiring medical care
• Support Services: RTs, IV teams, PT, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, phlebotomy, interpretation services, social services
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Any
• Parking: Free

Floating & Incentives

Travelers may float across Milwaukie, Newberg, Portland, Hood River, Willamette Falls, Seaside, and Saint Vincent facilities.

• If floating to Seaside (when booked elsewhere):
  • +$5/hr incentive for all Seaside hours
  • IRS mileage reimbursement
  • Hotel provided if working consecutive shifts
  • Facility provides notice when possible

Certifications Required

• BLS
• NRP

Key Clinical Skills

Lines & IV Therapy

• IV therapy, arterial line management
• UAC (Umbilical Artery Catheter) / UVC (Umbilical Vein Catheter)
• Central/Implanted line care

Respiratory

• Bubble CPAP
• Ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)

Cardiovascular

• Dysrhythmia interpretation/management

Gastrointestinal

• Tube placement/management (oral, NG, NJ)
• Bottle, breast, gavage feedings

Medications

• Emergency meds, steroids, surfactants, IV vasopressors

Neurologic

• Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

Equipment

• Alaris pumps, feeding pumps, ventilators, HFOV, Phillips monitoring

✅ This is an excellent opportunity for NICU RNs with strong Level III/IV experience who are ready to step into a Charge role within a supportive, collaborative environment.

First-time travelers accepted

Must have 2+ years of NICU experience (Level III or IV required)

Charge RN and delivery/resuscitation experience required

Epic charting required

Must have a vehicle for this assignment

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

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Long term contract, Temporary work, For contractors, Local area, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift,

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