Special Care Nursery Registered Nurse
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Silverdale, WA
Job Type : Part Time
Salary : 42.43-71.67 HOUR
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
*Sign on Bonus Available*
JOB SUMMARY:
SMMC Special Care Nursery Level II NICU. This RN position will provide care to critically ill neonates and preemies as young as 32 weeks gestation. The Special Care Nursery RN must be able to attend both low and high risk deliveries when needed and be able to assist with stabilization and transport of infants born prior to 32 weeks gestation. This position will also be responsible for delivering care to postpartum women and newborns on a rotating basis.
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Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
- One year of related work experience is preferred or completion of NICU / MOther/Baby Education Program after hire.
- Registered Nurse issued by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification. Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
- National Certification Corporation (NCC) certification Low Risk Neonatal or NICU preferred
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification completion within 6 months of date of hire.
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
St. Michaels Medical Center delivers approximately 2000 babies annually and is the only hospital on the Kitsap Peninsula that offers obstetrical, delivery and postpartum care. We are proud to be recognized as among the country’s top performing programs, designations that are only awarded to maternity care programs that maintain exceptional outcomes, and deliver patient focused care.
- U.S. News & World Report recognizes St. Anne Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center and St. Michael Medical Center as High Performing Hospitals for Maternity Care (2024-2025).
Our offerings include High-Risk Pregnancy Care, Level II Special Care Nursery with a partnership with the Neonatal Practitioner Team from Seattle Children’s Hospital, 24-hr OB Hospitalists, Childbirth and Family Education Classes, Breastfeeding support both inpatient and outpatient, Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC), and a volunteer doula program to provide physical and emotional support to pregnant patients both before and after childbirth.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
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Frequently asked questions
Special Care Nursery Registered Nurses adapt their care techniques based on neonatal maturity, especially for preemies as early as 32 weeks gestation. They monitor critical vitals, assist in stabilization during deliveries, and coordinate with neonatal teams to ensure tailored support for varying infant needs.
This role offers progression into advanced neonatal care, including neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) leadership or specialized certifications like NCC low-risk neonatal. Nurses may also expand into education roles, family support coordination, or transition into pediatrics with broader patient age ranges.
Key credentials include neonatal resuscitation program (NRP) certification and American Heart Association BLS with quarterly resuscitation competency. Experience in Level II nurseries and certifications from the National Certification Corporation (NCC) specifically for neonatal care set this role apart.
Catholic Health Initiatives provides ongoing internal resources for mandatory quarterly resuscitation quality improvement certifications and encourages participation in NICU and mother/baby education programs, fostering skill enhancement and clinical expertise within a collaborative healthcare environment.
Their program integrates partnerships with Seattle Children’s Hospital neonatal practitioners, ensuring access to specialized expertise. Nurses engage in both postpartum and neonatal care, supported by family-centered education and community-focused breastfeeding and doula services.
Nurses often navigate a high delivery volume at St. Michaels Medical Center, the sole maternity provider on Kitsap Peninsula, requiring adept multitasking between high-risk deliveries and postpartum care. Familiarity with local protocols and collaboration with regional neonatal specialists is crucial.
Given the recognized high-performance maternity programs and steady birth rates, Silverdale exhibits strong demand for skilled Special Care Nursery RNs. This demand translates into competitive hiring but also opportunities for nurses with neonatal certifications and flexible care capabilities.
Typical compensation for this role in Silverdale ranges from $75,000 to $95,000 annually, influenced by experience, certifications like NRP and NCC, and the hospital’s scale. Specialized neonatal nursing expertise often commands premium pay within regional healthcare salary standards.
Yes, the position includes a sign-on bonus, which serves as an attractive incentive for qualified Special Care Nursery Registered Nurses. This reflects the organization's commitment to recruiting highly skilled neonatal nursing professionals in competitive healthcare markets.