Job Description
Job Description
Local RN – NICU (Nights) | $42/hr | Tucson, AZ
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Facility: Northwest Medical Center
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: $42/hour
About the Role
Northwest Medical Center is seeking an experienced NICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team for a night shift contract assignment. You’ll provide high-quality care to newborns and premature infants in a Level III NICU, collaborating closely with neonatologists and multidisciplinary care teams.
This role is ideal for compassionate nurses who are confident in high-acuity neonatal settings and are comfortable supporting both NICU and postpartum care when needed.
Requirements
All of the following are required:
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Active AZ RN License
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NRP certification
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3+ years of NICU experience
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Level III NICU experience
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Infant Driven Feeding Certificate
Preferred:
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STABLE certification
Responsibilities
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Attend high-risk and newborn deliveries
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Manage NICU admissions
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Start IVs and draw labs
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Provide ventilator care
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Deliver safe, evidence-based neonatal nursing in accordance with hospital policy
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Demonstrate leadership, delegation, and sound clinical judgment
When census is low: Nurses with postpartum (PP) experience may assist with newborn or couplet assignments.
Unit Information
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Number of Beds: 15
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Patient Ratio: 1:2 or 1:3 depending on acuity
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Scrub Color: Any color
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EMR: Cerner