Inpatient RN NICU

UW HealthRockford, IL
Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at UW Health Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL. The role involves working 3-12 hour shifts with rotating weekends and holidays, typically from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. The position offers competitive pay, shift differentials, overtime, and on-call pay. UW Health in northern Illinois provides a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to employee voice and belonging.

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing program.
  • Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained.
  • Current RN licensure to practice in the State of Illinois.
  • Basic Life Support/CPR Certification.
  • NRP by end of orientation.
  • STABLE certification within 1 year.
  • RNC certification within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Provide nursing care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
  • Work 3-12 hour shifts with rotating weekends and holidays.
  • Adhere to Basic Life Support/CPR standards.
  • Obtain NRP certification by the end of orientation.
  • Obtain STABLE certification within 1 year of hire.
  • Obtain RNC certification within 3 years of hire.

Benefits

  • PTO
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Retirement
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Paternity leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Annual wellness reimbursement
  • On-site day care through UW Health Kids
  • Tuition reimbursement for career advancement
  • Shift differentials ($4/hr evening, $5/hr night, $4.25/hr weekend)
  • Overtime
  • On-call pay
  • Sign-on bonus (up to $15,000)
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