Registered Nurse - NICU Transition Program - Nights

Seacrest Behavioral Health; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Seacrest Behavioral Health in Illinois seeks experienced RNs to join the NICU Transition Program, a 16-week precepted training track in a Level III NICU delivering family-centered, single-room care.

The program provides mentorship from a NICU nurse preceptor, ongoing education, and career development within a supportive team.

Candidates must hold an Illinois RN license, BLS, NRP within six months, and have at least one year of inpatient RN experience.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois RN licensure, BLS, and NRP certification are required.
• Minimum of one year inpatient RN experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree must be completed within five years if starting with an associate degree.
• ADN or higher with BSN pathway for the program track.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and evaluate patient care according to hospital policies and Illinois RN practice standards.
• Employ critical thinking to monitor patient progress, recognize changes, and document observations.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and collaborate within the healthcare team.
• Occasionally float to Peds, PICU, Mother Baby, and Special Care Nursery units.

Skills

Illinois RN licensure

BLS

NRP certification

Inpatient RN experience

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN within 5 years if ADN

Job description

Role Overview

The NICU Registered Nurse Transition Program is designed for experienced nurses seeking to specialize in neonatal intensive care. The role involves providing professional nursing care in a Level III NICU with a focus on family-centered, single-room care. During a 16-week precepted training period, nurses will receive education and mentorship from a NICU nurse preceptor.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and evaluate patient care according to hospital policies and Illinois RN practice standards.
• Employ critical thinking to monitor patient progress, recognize changes, and document observations.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and work collaboratively within the healthcare team.
• Occasionally float to Peds, PICU, Mother Baby, and Special Care Nursery units.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate Degree or higher in Nursing; Bachelor’s Degree required within five years if holding an associate degree.
• Current Illinois RN licensure, BLS, and NRP certification (within six months).
• Minimum of one year inpatient RN experience.

Additional Information

The role offers competitive pay, benefits including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, retirement, paid time off, and career development opportunities. The program emphasizes professional growth, teamwork, and delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive environment.