Location: Gilbert, AZ

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 04-27-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shifts, 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM; rotating schedule with 3 weekend shifts per month (Friday or Saturday plus one Sunday); self-scheduling; travelers must be willing to float to Chandler Regional NICU; no on-call requirement

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $63 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide expert neonatal care for infants 32 weeks gestation and above, including CPAP and High Flow management
• Assess and monitor neonatal patients, recognizing changes in condition and escalating to NNP/NEO or pediatrician as needed
• Start and manage IVs independently and collaborate with the certified PICC team for specialized access
• Care for common SCN diagnoses such as feeder growers, sepsis workups, and hyperbilirubinemia
• Collaborate with NNPs, pediatricians, RTs and the charge nurse to support high-risk deliveries and unit flow
• Document patient care accurately in Cerner and communicate clearly during handoffs
• Participate in required orientation and complete the pass/fail Sim Lab on Day 1
• Support unit staffing needs, including occasional float to the sister NICU, while maintaining patient safety and standards

Qualifications

• Active RN license or eligible to obtain RN licensure for Arizona (license-to-submit accepted)
• Minimum 2 years NICU experience required
• Level 2 NICU experience required; Level 3 NICU experience preferred
• Current NRP and BLS certifications required; STABLE certification required
• Comfortable with neonatal IV insertion and basic neonatal procedures
• Experience charting in Cerner preferred
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and meet weekend requirement (3 per month)
• Willingness to complete the Day 1 Sim Lab (pass/fail)

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or diploma acceptable; BSN not required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Neonatal physiology and assessment for infants ≥32 weeks GA
• CPAP and High Flow respiratory support familiarity
• Neonatal feeding support and management of hyperbilirubinemia
• IV insertion skills and working alongside a neonatal PICC team
• Ability to escalate emergent issues to NNP/NEO or pediatricians on call
• Strong clinical documentation skills in Cerner
• Teamwork, clear communication, and adaptability in a fast-paced SCN environment
• Comfort with self-scheduling systems and working within a 12-hour night framework

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plan options to keep you healthy
• Paid time off so you can recharge after lifesaving shifts
• Licensure assistance and support for required certifications
• Professional development and continuing education support — grow your neonatal skills
• A supportive, collaborative team that values work-life balance
• Robust orientation (2 shifts) and a helpful preceptor system to set you up for success
• Flexible self-scheduling so you can plan around the life outside the unit
• Recognition for clinical excellence and opportunities to work with experienced NNPs and pediatric teams

Travel Perks: Explore Gilbert, AZ

Live and play in the sunny East Valley near Phoenix: explore the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch for birdwatching, stroll Gilbert’s lively Heritage District with great dining and weekend markets, and enjoy nearby hikes in Usery Mountain or South Mountain. Quick drives take you to Scottsdale’s dining and art scene, Tempe’s Mill Avenue, and family-friendly attractions in Mesa. Weekend escapes include Sedona’s red rocks (~2 hours) or the Grand Canyon for a longer trip. Plenty of golf, parks, and desert trails to keep your off-duty time adventurous.

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