Registered Nurse - NICU
Location: Lynwood, CA
Start Date: 03-16-2026
End Date: 03-15-2027
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Per diem night shifts; primarily nights with variable schedule (exact start/end times and days provided by facility)
Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 compassionate, evidence-based neonatal care for infants in the NICU
- Perform neonatal resuscitation (NRP) and respond to emergent situations confidently
- Monitor and document infant condition, interventions, and response using the facility EMR
- Collaborate closely with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and the family to plan care
- Administer medications and specialized therapies per unit protocols
- Maintain competencies by completing Prime Core Competencies, skills checklists, and specialty exams
- Participate in shift handoffs and multidisciplinary rounds to ensure continuity of care
- Support and educate families, offering clear communication during stressful moments
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (California) required
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
- Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required
- DCI/BVP certification required (as listed)
- Completion of facility credential verification and required competency testing
- Willingness to complete required health screening and immunizations prior to start
Education
- Education not explicitly specified in posting, active RN license required
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of neonatal care and NICU clinical practices
- Skilled in neonatal assessment, monitoring, and documentation
- Familiarity with neonatal resuscitation protocols and emergency response
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Competency with unit-specific exams and skills checklists (Prime system)
- Good communication skills for interacting with families and interdisciplinary teams
- Adherence to infection control and patient safety standards
Benefits
- Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick up shifts that fit your life
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
- Travel reimbursement and support for contract clinicians
- Professional development support, including access to specialty competency exams
- A supportive, collaborative NICU team that values your expertise
- Paid time to complete required onboarding and competency testing
- Assistance with credential verification and onboarding logistics
- Work that makes a meaningful difference for newborns and their families
Travel Perks: Explore Lynwood, CA
Lynwood is in South Los Angeles County, close to vibrant Long Beach and coastal attractions. Enjoy easy weekend escapes to Long Beach waterfront sites like the Aquarium of the Pacific and Shoreline Village, beaches for sunsets and walking trails, and ferry access to Catalina Island. Explore nearby cultural destinations and museums in greater Los Angeles, dine at diverse local restaurants, or take a day trip to theme parks such as Disneyland and other regional attractions. Plenty of shopping, parks, and coastal drives make for enjoyable downtime between shifts.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - NICU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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