NICU Night Shift RN: Life-Saving Neonatal Care

Intermountain Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Full benefits eligibility

36 hours per week

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Neonatal NICU at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, CO. This full-time night shift (7 PM–7 AM) offers comprehensive benefits, up to 36 weekly hours, and competitive pay.

Relocation assistance is available for out-of-state candidates up to $5,750 to support a smooth transition. Responsibilities include critical care for neonates, medication administration, equipment management, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to achieve

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in state of practice. Valid compact licenses must be transferred to the state of practice within 60 days of the start of employment.
• RNs with less than 12 months of experience must obtain their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four (4) years of their hire date.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and assesses critically ill and premature newborns, documenting changes and responses
• Administers medications and treatments using approved neonatal nursing techniques
• Conducts neonatal assessments, including vital signs, weight checks, and screenings
• Operates and maintains NICU equipment such as ventilators, CPAP machines, and infusion pumps
• Assists with life-saving procedures like umbilical line placement and intubation
• Educates and supports parents on feeding, developmental care, and neonatal health
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians during exams and procedures
• Develops individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Collaborates with neonatologists, therapists, and other specialists to improve outcomes

Skills

Patient Care Delivery

Nursing Fundamentals

Interdisciplinary Teams

Documentation

Professional Etiquette

Accountability

Patient Care Coordination

Communication

Patient Evaluation

Critical Thinking

Education

RN license in state of practice

BSN within 4 years

BLS Certification

Job description

Intermountain Health is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Neonatal NICU at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, CO. This full-time night shift (7 PM–7 AM) offers comprehensive benefits, up to 36 weekly hours, and competitive pay.

Relocation assistance is available for out-of-state candidates up to $5,750 to support a smooth transition. Responsibilities include critical care for neonates, medication administration, equipment management, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to achieve