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Perm Staff Jobs is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a nursing job in Summerville, South Carolina.

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Do you want to be part of a team dedicated to giving critically ill newborns the best possible start in life? At HCA Summerville Hospital, our NICU team provides compassionate, evidence-based care to premature and critically ill infants while supporting families during some of their most important moments.

We are seeking an experienced NICU Registered Nurse to join our highly skilled neonatal team.

What sets our NICU apart is our commitment to teamwork, clinical excellence, and family-centered care. Our nurses are empowered to practice at the top of their license, collaborate closely with neonatologists and specialized care teams, and participate in complex cases that make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

If you're looking for a NICU where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your career can grow, we'd love to meet you.

Why Nurses Choose our NICU?

Many hospitals offer a NICU position. At Summerville Hospital, you'll find:

• A collaborative culture where nurses are respected as clinical partners.
• Care for high-acuity neonatal patients requiring advanced interventions and monitoring.
• Strong partnerships with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, lactation consultants, and multidisciplinary specialists.
• A family-centered approach that allows nurses to build meaningful relationships with patients and families.
• Opportunities to mentor newer nurses and share your NICU expertise.
• Supportive leadership focused on nurse engagement, professional development, and career advancement.
• Access to continuing education, specialty certification support, and leadership pathways.

As a NICU RN, you will provide direct nursing care to critically ill and premature newborns while collaborating with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary care teams. The ideal candidate is clinically strong, compassionate, and experienced in caring for high-risk neonatal populations.

What you will do in this role: 

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for neonatal patients.
• Monitor and interpret patient vital signs and changing clinical conditions.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Operate and monitor advanced neonatal equipment and technology.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide education, emotional support, and resources to parents and family members.
• Document patient care accurately within the electronic medical record.
• Adhere to hospital policies, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice activities.

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• STABLE must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• (RN) Registered Nurse
• Associate Degree
• Neonate Resuscitate, or Neonatal Resuscitation Program Instructor must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• Prior Level III or higher NICU experience is required 

If you're an experienced NICU nurse looking for a team that values your expertise and provides opportunities to grow while caring for high-risk newborns and their families, we encourage you to apply today.

Join Summerville Medical Center and help provide life-changing care for our smallest patients.

HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Summerville Hospital is a 124-bed acute care hospital serving the Lowcountry community with a comprehensive range of healthcare services. The hospital offers emergency care, surgical services, women's services, maternity care, cardiovascular care, orthopedics, critical care, and advanced neonatal services.

Our Women's and Children's program is a cornerstone of our hospital, providing compassionate, high-quality care for mothers and newborns. The NICU team cares for premature and critically ill infants requiring specialized monitoring, respiratory support, and advanced neonatal interventions. Through a collaborative approach involving neonatologists, respiratory therapists, lactation consultants, and highly skilled nurses, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our smallest patients.

Why our NICU Stands Out?

Unlike many NICU environments where nurses can feel like task-doers, our NICU emphasizes true clinical partnership and professional autonomy. Nurses are actively involved in patient care planning, work alongside experienced neonatal specialists, and care for high-acuity patients that allow them to fully utilize and develop their critical care skills.

Our team is known for:

• A highly collaborative and supportive culture
• Strong nurse-to-provider relationships
• Opportunities to care for complex neonatal cases
• A family-centered care philosophy
• Career growth through certification, leadership, and professional development programs
• A commitment to quality outcomes for both patients and families

For experienced Level III NICU nurses seeking a team-oriented environment where expertise is valued and growth is encouraged, Summerville Medical Center offers a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact every day.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our RN NICU opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.