Registered Nurse (RN) — Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Nights

Job overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) — Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Nights works onsite in Washington, DC. The fixed hourly rate is $58.00. This per diem Level I role is part of Howard University Hospital’s NICU and Women and Infant Services program serving the Washington, DC metro area. The nurse provides patient- and family-centered care to critically ill and medically complex neonates. The role includes neonatal assessment, individualized care planning, respiratory and vascular support, medication administration, emergency response, family education, and accurate documentation in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

What you'll do

• Assess neonates and develop individualized evidence-based care plans
• manage respiratory support and vascular access
• administer high-risk neonatal medications
• monitor thermoregulation and provide developmentally supportive care
• recognize and escalate emergencies
• manage phototherapy
• support family-integrated care and parent education
• document care and outcomes
• delegate tasks appropriately
• follow infection control and medication procedures
• participate in unit improvement and education activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

registered nurse (rn)

per diem level i

neonatal intensive care unit (nicu)

nights

washington dc

howard university hospital

7:30 p.m.–8:00 a.m.

12-hour shift

one shift per week

two weekends per month

$58/hour

neonatal resuscitation program (nrp)

bls certification

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Per diem positions are not benefits-eligible and do not accrue PTO.
• Employees may be eligible for compensation under the DC Accrued Sick and Safe Leave Act.

Why this role

Per diem Level I commitment: one 12-hour shift per week in four-week cycles, 7:30 p.m.–8:00 a.m.; two weekends per month and every other major holiday are required. Per diem positions are not benefits-eligible and do not accrue PTO.

About the employer

Howard University Hospital is hiring for this role. Industry: Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals. Sector: 62.