Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,117 per week

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a NICU Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel assignment in Reston, Virginia. This role provides specialized care to critically ill and premature newborns in a neonatal intensive care unit.

About the role

The NICU Registered Nurse delivers advanced neonatal assessments, operates life-support equipment, and supports family-centered education. The position involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and adherence to hospital and regulatory standards for high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor critically ill and premature newborns, documenting conditions and responses
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments using approved neonatal nursing techniques
• Perform neonatal assessments, including vital signs, weight checks, and specialized screenings
• Operate and manage advanced NICU equipment (ventilators, CPAP machines, infusion pumps)
• Assist with life-saving and diagnostic neonatal procedures (umbilical line placement, intubation)
• Educate and support parents on neonatal care, feeding techniques, and developmental care
• Prepare equipment and assist physicians during examinations and procedures
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Adhere to infection control measures, safety protocols, and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (neonatologists, therapists) to optimize neonatal outcomes
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as a neonatal intensive care RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification
• Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Certification (RNC-NIC)
• PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certification

Skills

• Critical thinking and service excellence
• Strong interpersonal communication in English (reading, writing, verbal)
• Proficiency in PC skills and following written/verbal instructions
• Physical ability to remain stationary, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Effective collaboration with professional and ancillary personnel
• Technical/motor skills for grasping, fine manipulation, and equipment operation
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and cope with irregular schedules
• Visual acuity and effective communication for sensory requirements

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first-day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-Friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and continuing education units (CEUs)
• $0 copay for mental health services
• Scholarships and awards
• Exclusive discounts
• Mileage reimbursement
• License and certification reimbursement
• Weekly pay
• Cancelation protection
• Guaranteed hours
• Employee assistance programs
• Continuing education opportunities

Pay

Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• 12-hour night shifts