Local Contract Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Company: Hanker Systems Inc
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: March 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Hanker Systems Inc is seeking a local contract
nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a local contract
nursing job in Bakersfield, California. Job Description &
Requirements - Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care -
Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/13/2026 - Duration: 15 weeks - 36
hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Local
Contract Registered Nurse (RN) – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
(NICU) Location: Bakersfield Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN)
in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides specialized
nursing care to critically ill or premature newborns. The RN
monitors neonatal patients, administers treatments, collaborates
with neonatologists and multidisciplinary teams, and supports
families during the neonatal care process. Key Responsibilities -
Provide direct nursing care to premature and critically ill
neonates in the NICU. - Monitor and assess vital signs, oxygen
levels, and overall neonatal condition. - Administer medications,
IV fluids, and specialized neonatal treatments as prescribed. -
Operate and monitor NICU equipment including ventilators,
incubators, and cardiac monitors. - Assist with neonatal procedures
and emergency interventions when needed. - Collaborate with
neonatologists, pediatricians, respiratory therapists, and other
healthcare professionals. - Maintain accurate patient documentation
in the electronic medical record (EMR). - Educate and support
parents and families on infant care and NICU processes. - Follow
infection control, patient safety, and hospital policies. -
Participate in care planning and discharge planning for neonates.
Qualifications - Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in
California. - Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of
Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. - Basic Life Support (BLS)
certification required. - Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
certification required. - 1–2 years NICU experience preferred (new
graduates may be considered in residency programs). Skills &
Competencies - Strong neonatal assessment and critical care skills
- Ability to respond quickly to neonatal emergencies - Excellent
communication with families and healthcare teams - Knowledge of
NICU protocols and neonatal equipment Work Environment -
Hospital-based Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) - May include
12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays - Requires standing
for long periods and responding to urgent patient needs About
Hanker Systems Inc Healthcare staffing at Hanker Systems Inc is
focused on delivering the right talent to support quality patient
care. We partner with healthcare organizations to provide skilled
clinical, health IT, and administrative professionals when and
where they are needed most. We follow strict compliance and
credentialing standards, ensuring reliability, accuracy, and trust
in every placement. Our employees play a vital role in
strengthening healthcare teams, supporting clinicians, and helping
organizations operate smoothly. At Hanker Systems, healthcare
staffing is more than filling roles—it’s about making a real
difference in patient outcomes. Benefits - License and
certification reimbursement - Referral bonus
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