Job Title Registered Nurse – NICU Location Little Rock, AR | Acute Care / NICU (Level IV) Schedule / Job Type Contract | 12-Hour Night Shifts | Every Other Weekend Required | Holidays Required as Needed Key Responsibilities • Provide direct nursing care to a complex neonatal patient population including micro-premies (23 weeks), VLBW infants, chronic lung disease, surgical cases (NEC perforation, diaphragmatic hernia, spina bifida, cleft lip/palate), and transfers from surrounding Level II NNICUs • Manage patient assignments at ratios of 1:1–3/4 based on acuity, with ancillary support from PCTs each shift • Operate and monitor advanced equipment including GE ventilators, Servo, HFOV, Jet Vent, ECMO, Nitric Oxide, IMV, Omni beds, and Giraffe isolettes; Respiratory Therapists manage ventilators • Care for patients requiring Tracheostomy (Trach) management as part of routine clinical responsibilities • Document accurately using EPIC EMR and administer medications via Pyxis • Float within the ICU cluster (PICU and Burn ICU) as needed; travelers are first to float Required Qualifications • Active Arkansas RN license or Compact RN license required at time of offer • Level III or Level IV NICU experience required; Level I or Level II experience will not be considered • Minimum 3 years of recent clinical experience in a Level III–IV NICU • Recent hands-on experience with Tracheostomy (Trach) patients required • EPIC EMR proficiency required • Must test negative for nicotine Preferred Experience / Skills • NCC Neonatal ICU RN (RNC-NIC) certification preferred • Prior travel nursing assignment experience preferred • Familiarity with Kangaroo Care protocols and family-centered care models • Experience with ECMO and/or Nitric Oxide therapy Why Join Us • Work within a large, dedicated 104-bed NICU at a Trauma Level I, teaching hospital supported by 24/7 Neonatologist coverage, a multidisciplinary team, Advanced Practice providers, and Respiratory and Anesthesia support on unit • Join a facility with a strong family-centered care culture including 24/7 family camera access, a Family Advisory Board, and a dedicated multidisciplinary team committed to neonatal excellence