Location: Brownsville, TX

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 04-27-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, includes weekend coverage (Fri-Sun), minimum 6 weekend shifts per month

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide expert, compassionate care to neonates in a Level III-IV NICU setting
• Perform and support advanced neonatal procedures such as intubation and central/PICC line care
• Manage ventilator modalities including HFNC, SiPAP and HFOV to stabilize fragile infants
• Maintain appropriate patient ratios and prioritize care for high-acuity newborns
• Document accurately and efficiently in the EMR (CPN/Meditech) to ensure continuity of care
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists and families to develop and execute care plans
• Monitor and respond to neonatal emergencies using NRP and STABLE protocols
• Mentor and support team members while contributing to a positive unit culture

Qualifications

• Active RN license (required)
• NRP certification (required)
• STABLE certification (required)
• Minimum 2 years of NICU Level III-IV experience (must-have)
• Posting indicates 4 years of experience (as listed in job details)
• Experience with Meditech/CPN EMR and familiarity with neonatal equipment (ventilators, feeding/IV pumps)
• Comfortable with high-acuity procedures and 1:3 or 1:1 patient ratio management
• Ability to work nights and meet weekend coverage expectations

Education

• Active RN license required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong neonatal assessment and critical care skills for NICU Level III-IV patients
• Proficiency with ventilator management: HFNC, SiPAP and HFOV
• Hands-on experience with central lines, PICC lines, PIV and chest tube care
• Intubation support and familiarity with neonatal resuscitation practices
• Skilled documentation in Meditech/CPN and effective interdisciplinary communication
• Ability to manage multiple high-acuity patients while maintaining safety and compassion
• Family-centered care approach and patient/family education skills

Benefits

• Supportive team environment where your expertise is valued and celebrated
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education in neonatal care
• Flexible scheduling options to help balance work and life
• Comprehensive onboarding and unit-specific orientation to set you up for success
• Access to a collaborative multidisciplinary team and strong clinical leadership
• Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates on board
• A workplace culture focused on quality, safety, and compassionate family-centered care

Travel Perks: Explore Brownsville, TX

Brownsville is a great base for adventures: explore the wildlife and birdwatching at Resaca de la Palma State Park, visit the family-friendly Gladys Porter Zoo, enjoy local Mexican and coastal cuisine in historic downtown Brownsville, or take weekend trips to nearby South Padre Island for beaches and water activities. There are also museums, parks, and scenic drives in the Rio Grande Valley when you need a break from the unit.

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