Travel NICU RN - $1,869 per week

Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care | Discipline: RN | Start Date: 08/17/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks

About the role

This is a 13-week travel contract position in a Level III and/or Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The schedule consists of 3x12-hour night shifts (19:00 to 07:00), with the option to flex to a 4th shift if needed. The role requires working a minimum of every other weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) and has the potential for overtime after 48 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level nursing care to neonates and infants in a NICU setting.
• Utilize skills in ventilator management and critical care techniques.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Monitor and assess patients, documenting all care appropriately in the electronic medical record.
• Educate families regarding patient conditions, treatments, and ongoing care requirements.

Requirements

• Valid NC State or Compact Licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Two years of recent NICU experience preferred.
• Certifications required: BLS, NRP, and Stable.
• Experience with Meditech electronic medical records is preferred.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more.
• Onboarding support: Physicals, titers, and other requirements handled for you.
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate.
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution.
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty.
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more.

Pay

Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Contract and local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency.