NICU | RN

Locum Tenens NICU Registered Nurse – Night Shift (Lake Forest, IL)
Advance your nursing career as a Locum Tenens NICU Registered Nurse in Lake Forest, Illinois (zip code 60045). This 12-week travel nursing job offers the chance to provide expert neonatal care in a Level III/IV NICU at a respected community hospital. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in the lives of newborns while enjoying the scenic beauty and vibrant community of Lake Forest, just north of Chicago.
NICU Registered Nurse Job Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens (Travel Nursing Contract)
• Location: Lake Forest, IL 60045 (Chicago area nursing jobs)
• Unit: Special Care Nursery – NICU Level III/IV
• Duration: 12 weeks (Start: 10/6/2025 – End: 12/29/2025)
• Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:30)
• Total Hours: 36 per week
• Weekend Requirement: Yes
• On Call: No
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2130-$2190

NICU RN Qualifications

• Active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license (must be in hand before start date)
• Minimum 1 year of direct NICU nursing experience required
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (ASN or BSN)
• BLS certification through AHA; NRP required (ACLS/PALS preferred if applicable)
• Experience with electronic charting systems (any EHR/EMR)
• Proficiency in NICU Level II/III/IV care, including care for neonates 29-34 weeks, breastfeeding support, breast milk handling, bottle/breast/gavage feedings, isolation precautions, central/implanted line care, UAC/UVC, IV vasopressors, surfactants, steroids, neonatal abstinence syndrome, Bubble CPAP, and oxygen delivery systems
• Must submit valid RN license, completed skills checklist, and two professional references (one from a Supervisor/Manager/Charge RN within the last year)
• COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical exemptions for COVID-19 only)

NICU Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to neonates in a Level III/IV NICU setting
• Monitor and manage neonates with complex medical needs, including advanced respiratory support and specialized feeding techniques
• Perform and document assessments, interventions, and evaluations per hospital protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Educate and support families on neonatal care and breastfeeding best practices
• Maintain strict adherence to infection control and isolation precautions
• Participate in orientation and required training modules during scheduled shifts
• Provide weekend coverage as scheduled

Discover the welcoming atmosphere of Lake Forest, Illinois, where you’ll experience small-town charm with easy access to Chicago’s world-class amenities. This is an outstanding opportunity for experienced NICU nurses seeking travel nursing jobs in Illinois. Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team and make a meaningful impact in neonatal care!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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