GHR Healthcare is hiring: NICU | RN in Columbus

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Overview

NICU Registered Nurse Jobs – Locum Tenens Night Shift Opportunity in Columbus, Ohio

Advance your nursing career as a NICU Registered Nurse (RN) with a locum tenens contract at a leading pediatric hospital in Columbus, OH. This Level IV NICU nursing job offers a 13-week night shift assignment, providing critical care to neonates and infants while working alongside an expert healthcare team. Expand your clinical skills by floating across multiple critical care units in one of Ohio's top healthcare facilities. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a meaningful impact in Columbus, Ohio!

NICU RN Job Details – Columbus, OH

• Location: Columbus, OH 43205 – Explore rewarding Ohio nursing jobs in a city known for its vibrant culture, beautiful parks, and thriving arts scene.
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: 10/27/2025 – End: 1/26/2026)
• Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:00)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2130-$2190
• Setting: Level IV NICU with float requirements to PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, Med/Surg, and BPD NICU units

NICU RN Qualifications

• Active Ohio or Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license (must be in hand at time of submission)
• Minimum 2 years of recent Level III/IV NICU RN experience (including at least 1 year in a Level IV NICU)
• BLS and NRP certifications required; PALS preferred
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record (EHR) charting system
• Experience with tracheostomy care and high parent involvement, especially in BPD NICU
• Willingness to float to PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, Med/Surg, and other hospital campuses as needed
• Two professional references required at submission (one must be from a manager or supervisor)
• Cannot have worked as a permanent employee at this facility within the past 2 years
• No local candidates (must reside outside a 60-mile radius of Columbus, OH)

NICU RN Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to neonates, infants, and pediatric patients in a Level IV NICU setting
• Float to other critical care and Med/Surg units as needed, adapting to diverse patient populations and acuity levels
• Perform advanced NICU nursing procedures, including tracheostomy management, ventilator management, central line care, and administration of specialized medications
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Educate and support families, especially in long-term BPD NICU cases with high parent involvement
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation using the Epic EHR system
• Participate in unit-based initiatives and quality improvement activities

Ready to take the next step in your NICU nursing career? Apply now for this locum tenens NICU Registered Nurse job in Columbus, Ohio, and join our dedicated healthcare team today!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions. We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded. We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

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