Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Travel Nursing Position: NICU Registered Nurse

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Wichita, Kansas.

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  06/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• Hours:
  
  36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• Assess and monitor critically ill and premature newborns, identifying changes and documenting conditions and responses.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved neonatal nursing techniques.
• Perform neonatal assessments, including vital signs, weight checks, and specialized neonatal screenings.
• Operate and manage advanced NICU equipment, such as ventilators, CPAP machines, and infusion pumps, ensuring proper functionality.
• Assist with life‑saving and diagnostic neonatal procedures, including umbilical line placement and intubation.
• Educate and support parents on neonatal care, including feeding techniques and developmental care.
• Prepare equipment and assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for neonates in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Adhere to infection control measures, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and sterilization protocols, to protect vulnerable neonates.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including neonatologists and therapists, to optimize neonatal outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
• Follow hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.

• One year of recent experience as a neonatal intensive care RN.
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification.
• Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.

• Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Certification (RNC‑NIC).
• PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certification.
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position.

• Assess and monitor critically ill and premature newborns, identifying changes and documenting conditions and responses.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved neonatal nursing techniques.
• Perform neonatal assessments, including vital signs, weight checks, and specialized neonatal screenings.
• Operate and manage advanced NICU equipment, such as ventilators, CPAP machines, and infusion pumps, ensuring proper functionality.
• Assist with life‑saving and diagnostic neonatal procedures, including umbilical line placement and intubation.
• Educate and support parents on neonatal care, including feeding techniques and developmental care.
• Prepare equipment and assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for neonates in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Adhere to infection control measures, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and sterilization protocols, to protect vulnerable neonates.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including neonatologists and therapists, to optimize neonatal outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
• Follow hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills.
• The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills.
• Physical abilities:
  May be required to remain in stationary position, move equipment (50‑100lbs), push, pull, and bend.
• Interpersonal skills:
  Work effectively with a variety of personnel, display positive attitude and professionalism.
• Technical/Motor skills:
  Grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using departmental equipment.
• Mental requirements:
  Handle frequent contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision occasionally, work without assistance, handle irregular activity schedules, maintain…