Location: New Lenox, IL

Start Date: 06-04-2026

End Date: 09-03-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: 12-hour night shifts, scheduled for 36 hours per week (Night shift; exact start/end times to be confirmed)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $55 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

• Deliver specialized Level III NICU nursing care to critically ill newborns with skill and compassion
• Implement, coordinate, and document comprehensive neonatal care plans
• Manage neonatal ventilators and noninvasive support including CPAP and Vapotherm
• Administer and monitor neonatal IV therapy, manage IV lines and TPN safely
• Lead and supervise CNA/SNA and LPN staff, providing clear direction and mentorship
• Respond effectively in code blue and resuscitation events using NRP protocols
• Maintain professional nursing standards and keep skills checklists up to date
• Communicate clearly with families and the interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license required at time of submission
• Minimum 3 years of Level III NICU experience required
• BLS (AHA) current
• NRP current
• Staffing agency submissions must include current Illinois Nurse Agency License
• COVID-19 vaccination required (no declinations permitted) — please include vaccination status in submission notes
• Resume with all facilities listed, skills checklist (less than 1 year old), and 2 supervisory references (completed within the last year)
• Active license verification must be less than 30 days old and certifications must be active at time of submission

Knowledge & Skills

• Neonatal ventilator management including CPAP and Vapotherm
• Advanced neonatal IV/TPN management and central/peripheral IV lines
• Neonatal resuscitation and code blue response (NRP)
• Level III NICU clinical assessment and critical care
• Accurate clinical documentation and use of skills checklists
• Leadership, supervision, and team communication with CNA/LPN staff

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend options to make your stay comfortable while on assignment
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can sleep well about the future
• Life Insurance to protect what matters most
• Paid Time Off to recharge after those rewarding nights
• Travel reimbursement to make getting here easy
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, share the love
• A supportive team that values YOU and celebrates clinical excellence

Travel Perks: Explore New Lenox, IL

Work at the beautiful Silver Cross replacement hospital on a 76-acre New Lenox campus with private patient rooms. Enjoy a small-town vibe with easy access to bigger-city fun — Chicago is only about 36 miles northeast for weekend museums, theater, great dining, and Lake Michigan. Nearby you can explore scenic forest preserves and trails, discover local restaurants and shops in downtown New Lenox and nearby Naperville, or take short trips to Joliet for historic sights and entertainment. Plenty of options for outdoor time, local eats, and quick city escapes.

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