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Bestica Healthcare

Registered Nurse - NICU

Payson, UT · On-site

NICU Nurse Position Hospital: Mountain View Hospital Location: Payson, Utah Address: 1000 E 100 N St, Payson UT - Unit Name: NICU Building: One Building - Cost Center: 67521 General Information Unit ...

GHR Healthcare

Travel NICU RN

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

$1.7K - $1.8K/wk

Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/15/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours ... Perform and assist with special NICU procedures such as IV access and maintenance, chest tube care ...

GHR Healthcare

Travel NICU RN

Westwood, NJ · On-site

$1.5K - $1.6K/wk

Support respiratory care needs including Bubble CPAP and high-flow nasal cannula * Assist with high ... travel NICU nursing job in Westwood, New Jersey and make a meaningful impact in neonatal care.

CarePartners Living LLC

NICU Nurse

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

NICU Nurse As the nation's largest private employer of Registered Nurses, we're honored by the trust of over 100,000 nurses and committed to supporting safe, high-quality care for which they can ...

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HCA Florida JFK Hospital

NICU Nurse

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

NICU Nurse As the nation's largest private employer of Registered Nurses, we're honored by the trust of over 100,000 nurses and committed to supporting safe, high-quality care for which they can ...

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How much do neonatal intensive care unit nurse assistant jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average weekly pay for neonatal intensive care unit nurse assistant in the United States is $2,449.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,865.38 and $2,980.77 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse Assistant vs Pediatric Nurse Assistant?

AspectNeonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse AssistantPediatric Nurse Assistant
CertificationsCPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), NICU-specific trainingCPR, BLS, Pediatric care training
Work EnvironmentNeonatal ICU, specialized in newborn carePediatric wards, general children's units
Job DutiesAssisting with neonatal procedures, monitoring vital signs of newborns, supporting NICU nursesAssisting with pediatric patient care, helping with activities, basic vital signs

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse Assistant focuses on caring for critically ill newborns in the NICU, requiring specialized training and working in a highly specialized environment. In contrast, the Pediatric Nurse Assistant supports general pediatric patients in broader children's units. Both roles involve assisting nurses and require CPR and BLS certifications, but their work settings and patient needs differ significantly.

What does a neonatal intensive care unit nurse assistant do?

A neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) nurse assistant supports NICU nurses by providing basic patient care, such as feeding, bathing, and monitoring newborns under supervision. They help ensure a safe, clean environment and may assist with equipment and documentation, often requiring knowledge of neonatal care protocols and certification in infant CPR. Their role is essential in supporting the health and comfort of critically ill newborns.

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RN II-NICU - NICU

3B Healthcare, Inc.

San Luis Obispo, CA • On-site

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Provides for the planning, coordination, and provision of nursing care to patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit on specified shifts. This position is responsible for care planning, medication administration, noting of physiological changes, and psychosocial needs of neonates, as well as the education/training of the patient and their family. Supervises and delegates care responsibilities to ancillary personnel commensurate with their scope of practice and will be cross trained and float to Peds. This position is represented by CNA.

Education and Work Experience: Associate Degree(A.S.) or equivalent: Required Bachelor's Degree in Nursing: Preferred Two years NICU experience: Required Previous neonatal transport experience: Preferred Previous experience attending deliveries for neonatal resuscitation purposes: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications: Current RN license in state of practice: Required Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required RNC or CCRN certification: Preferred

Essential Functions: Provides appropriate nursing interventions for both stable and critically ill newborns. Is competent in all routine nursing skills including: (1) medication administration, (2) intravenous therapy including blood products, (3) care & maintenance of indwelling catheters & drains and, (4) safe use of any medical equipment used in the neonatal intensive care environment. Demonstrates knowledge & skills in the care and management of the neonate requiring mechanical ventilation and other ventilatory support devices i.e. nasal CPAP, O2 cannula, Hi/Low flow suctioning, and ETT nasal/oral nebulized medication with hand held nebulizer. Demonstrates knowledge and skills in caring for the critically ill neonate with a variety of diagnoses--from the micro premie to the term infant. Care provided is developmentally and environmentally appropriate. Accurately...

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