Registered Nurse/NICU

Equiliem; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking dedicated registered nurses to join our NICU team in New Jersey. Ideal candidates are passionate about neonatal care and committed to high-quality patient care for neonates and families.

Requirements include active NJ or Compact RN license, BLS/NRP with PALS preferred, EPIC charting experience, and at least 2 years in a Level III NICU setting. Flexibility to float within units and weekend shifts is expected; local candidates welcome.

Qualifications

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required at submission.
• BLS and NRP certifications; PALS preferred.
• Minimum 2 years Level III NICU experience (facility is Level IV but accepts Level III).
• Proficient in Developmental care, family teaching, and NICU procedures such as blood product administration, line care, and ventilation support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive NICU care for neonates across gestational ages.
• Support breastfeeding, formula and tube feeding, and nutrition management.
• Administer medications, monitor vitals, and coordinate with multidisciplinary team.
• Perform blood product administration and UAC/UVC line care; manage ventilator settings.

Skills

NICU care

EPIC experience

Family education

Vasoactive meds

Education

RN license (NJ or Compact)

Tools

EPIC

A-line care

Job description

medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401(k)

Sep 14, 2026

We Are Seeking

We are seeking dedicated and experienced registered nurses to join our NICU team. Our ideal candidates are passionate about neonatal care and committed to providing the highest quality of care to our smallest and most vulnerable patients.

Required License and Certifications

• License: Active NJ or Compact license required at time of submission
• Required Certifications: BLS, NRP; PALS preferred

Required Experience & Clinical Skills

• Experience Required: 2 years of current Level III NICU experience (facility is Level IV however accepts Level III experience)
• General NICU Care: Developmental care; Patient/family teaching; Phlebotomy; Thermoregulation; BG monitoring; Phototherapy; Isolation/PPE; Sepsis workup
• Lines/Blood: Administration of blood & blood products; A-line management; Central/implanted line care; IV starts/maintenance; UAC/UVC
• Medications: Anti-seizure; Antibiotics/antivirals; IV vasopressors; Neonatal dose calculations; Steroids; Surfactants; Insulin
• GI/Nutrition: Breastfeeding support, breast milk handling, and bottle, breast, and gavage feedings; NEC; Oral/NG/NJ tube placement
• Respiratory: Bubble CPAP; HFNC; chest tubes; Meconium aspiration; Oxygen delivery systems; RDS; ETT/NT suctioning; Vapotherm; Vent management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BiPAP/PEEP)
• Preferred Skills: Charge Exp; jet vents, oscillators, ECMO, UAC, CritiCool body cooling, and neonates received via transport

Scheduling Details and Charting

• Charting: EPIC experience required
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
• RTO, Block & Scheduling Requests: Priority given to submits with a screenshot confirming RTO and schedule requests. No requests will be approved after offer.
• Call Off Policy: Facility is allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Holiday Requirement: Must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays, per unit needs
• Accept First-Time Travelers: Yes
• Locals Accepted: Yes, Locals accepted at the same rate

Unit Details and Floating

• Ratios: 1:2 NICU; 1:3-4 SCN
• Unit: Neonates 29-34 weeks and > 34 weeks gestation; 21-bed NICU and 16-bed SCN; Will not attend high-risk deliveries
• Floating: Candidates must float within their skillset without exception. Will float to Newborn, Peds and PICU for appropriate assignments

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

EEO Employer

Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [emailprotected] or [phone].