Registered Nurse - NICU Jobs

Registered Nurse - NICU jobs are open across hospital systems, children's hospitals, and academic medical centers, from new-grad RN to senior and charge nurse, with specializations in neonatal intensive care, neonatal transport, and high-risk infant management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles663+
Top stateTexas
Top employerAscension
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type97% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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RN - NICU 0.9 FTE Day
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RN - NICU 0.9 FTE Day
Providence
Portland, Oregon
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$57.3 - $82.6/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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RN - NICU 0.9 FTE Night
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RN - NICU 0.9 FTE Night
Providence
Portland, Oregon
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$57.3 - $82.6/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Registered Nurse / RN NICU
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Registered Nurse / RN NICU
Portneuf Medical Center
Pocatello, Idaho
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
PALS Certification

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Charge Nurse / RN / Registered Nurse / NICU / FT
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Charge Nurse / RN / Registered Nurse / NICU / FT
Northwest Texas Healthcare system
Amarillo, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN), NICU, Full time, 7am-7:30am
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Registered Nurse (RN), NICU, Full time, 7am-7:30am
PIH Health
Whittier, California
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
NRP Certification
5,001-10,000

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Registered Nurse - NICU Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Ascension23
  • CommonSpirit Health18
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions18
  • Banner Health17
  • Texas Health Resources15

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services84
  • Education3
  • Science & Research3
  • Human Resources1
  • Staffing & Recruiting1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse - NICU jobs.

  • Active RN licensure in the state of employment
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required
  • Minimum one to two years of NICU or neonatal care experience
  • BLS and ACLS certification current and maintained
  • Experience with Level III or Level IV NICU patient populations
  • RNC-NIC certification preferred or required for senior roles

Tips for Your Registered Nurse - NICU Job Search

Tailor your resume to acuity levels

NICU hiring managers want to see the patient acuity level you've worked with, Level II versus Level III or IV. List your unit's designation and the specific conditions you managed, like respiratory distress syndrome or extreme prematurity, not just general NICU experience.

Lead with your certifications upfront

RNC-NIC certification signals specialization before a recruiter reads past your name. Place active certifications, NRP, STABLE, and RNC-NIC, in a dedicated credentials line directly under your contact information so they're never buried in a skills section.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists registered nurse - nicu openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by unit level and shift

Job titles for this role vary widely. Search for Level III, Level IV, and neonatal intensive care in addition to NICU RN. Many high-acuity positions are posted under neonatal nurse or neonatal intensive care nurse, so casting a wider net surfaces openings you'd otherwise miss.

Prepare for bedside scenario questions

NICU interviews often include clinical scenario questions about deteriorating neonates, family communication during a crisis, or prioritizing care across multiple high-acuity patients. Walk through your decision-making process step by step, naming the interventions and your rationale clearly.

Negotiate shift differentials and float policies

Before accepting an offer, ask specifically about night and weekend differentials, mandatory overtime policies, and whether you're expected to float to other units. These factors affect day-to-day working conditions as much as base pay and are negotiable at many hospital systems.

Registered Nurse - NICU Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most registered nurse - nicus?

The most active employers for registered nurse - nicus right now are Ascension, CommonSpirit Health, and HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Children's hospitals and large academic medical centers tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.

How many registered nurse - nicu jobs are remote?

About 3% of registered nurse - nicu openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of bedside neonatal care. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include neonatal care coordination, telehealth nursing consultation, and neonatal case management roles affiliated with hospital systems.

How do you become a registered nurse - nicu?

You become a registered nurse - nicu by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN to obtain your RN license, completing NRP certification, and securing a position in a NICU unit. Many nurses enter through new-grad residency programs at hospitals with Level III or Level IV NICUs, then pursue RNC-NIC certification after gaining clinical experience.

How do you get hired as a registered nurse - nicu with little experience?

Hospitals with structured new-graduate RN residency programs are your strongest entry point into NICU without prior neonatal experience. During nursing school, seek clinical rotations in mother-baby, labor and delivery, or pediatric units to build related skills. Earning NRP certification before applying demonstrates commitment to the specialty and sets your application apart from candidates without it.

What does the registered nurse - nicu interview process look like?

Most NICU interviews involve an initial phone or video screen with a nurse recruiter, followed by an in-person or virtual panel interview with the nurse manager and charge nurses. Expect clinical scenario questions about neonatal deterioration, family-centered care, and prioritization under pressure. Some hospitals include a brief unit tour and a skills competency conversation before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to registered nurse - nicu jobs?

You can find and apply to registered nurse - nicu jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, unit type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.

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