Registered Nurse NICU
Company: Intermountain Health
Location: Denver
Posted on: December 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description: A Registered Nurse (RN) in the Neonatal
Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides specialized care to critically
ill or premature newborns requiring intensive medical attention.
These nurses play a vital role in supporting the tiniest patients
and their families through complex and emotionally charged
healthcare journeys. Position Detail: In addition, we offer
relocation assistance for out-of-state candidates up to $5,750! ·
Shift: Full-Time Nights (7 PM - 7 AM) · Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
hours / three 12’s · Work City: Denver, CO · Benefits: Yes, fully
eligible · Additional Details: Shift differentials given for
evenings (7%), nights (12%) and weekends (Friday 7p - Monday 7a
=7%). About Us: Be proud of where you work! Saint Joseph Hospital
is a 400 bed Level IV Trauma Center and the largest private
teaching hospital in Denver. We are honored to be recognized for
our excellence in healthcare, including: · Magnet Designation for
nursing excellence · Baby-Friendly Hospital designation by the
World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s
Fund (UNICEF) · CMS Hospital Compare: Earned a 5-star overall
rating (2025) · Newsweek's America's Best Maternity Hospitals
(2023) Ranked as High Performing in Maternity Care · Women's Choice
Award Best Hospitals (2025) for Women's Services (Top 5% of
hospitals) Essential Skills As a Registered Nurse (RN) at Saint
Joseph Hospital, you will: · Monitors and assesses critically ill
and premature newborns, documenting changes and responses ·
Administers medications and treatments using approved neonatal
nursing techniques · Conducts neonatal assessments, including vital
signs, weight checks, and screenings · Operates and maintains NICU
equipment such as ventilators, CPAP machines, and infusion pumps ·
Assists with life-saving procedures like umbilical line placement
and intubation · Educates and supports parents on feeding,
developmental care, and neonatal health · Prepares equipment and
assists physicians during exams and procedures · Develops
individualized care plans in collaboration with the
multidisciplinary team · Collaborates with neonatologists,
therapists, and other specialists to improve outcomes Minimum
Qualifications · Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse
in state of practice. Valid compact licenses must be transferred to
the state of practice within 60 days of the start of employment. ·
RNs with less than 12 months of experience must obtain their
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four (4) years of their
hire date. · Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare
providers. Preferred Qualifications · Bachelor's degree in nursing
(BSN). Education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
Degree will be verified. · Current NICU experience - at minimum 18
months in a Level III NICU (this position is not open at this time
to new grads or new to specialty) Physical Requirements: Physical
Requirements - Ability to see and read patient information, labels,
and equipment - Frequent verbal communication and quick response to
emergency situations - Manual dexterity for precise equipment
manipulation, including computer use - Capability to lift and
transfer patients and equipment - Ability to stand and walk for
extended periods Additional Information - We are growth minded and
want you to grow with us! - Opportunities for career development
through education programs and clinical ladder advancement Hesitant
to apply because you have questions? Reach out! 385-563-2864 or
chan.horsley@imail.org Location: Saint Joseph Hospital Work City:
Denver Work State: Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 The hourly
range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate
dependent upon experience. $37.17 - $56.17 We care about your
well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our
caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of
programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that
encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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