Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,205 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a NICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Tacoma, WA, starting 11/02/2026. The position involves 36 hours per week on 12‑hour day shifts. As a member of the team, you’ll provide specialized care to critically ill and premature newborns in a neonatal intensive care unit, making a positive impact while receiving competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support from a dedicated clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and monitors critically ill and premature newborns, identifying changes and documenting conditions and responses
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved neonatal nursing techniques
• Performs neonatal assessments, including vital signs, weight checks, and specialized neonatal screenings
• Operates and manages advanced NICU equipment, such as ventilators, CPAP machines, and infusion pumps, ensuring proper functionality
• Assists with life-saving and diagnostic neonatal procedures, including umbilical line placement and intubation
• Educates and supports parents on neonatal care, including feeding techniques and developmental care
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians during examinations and procedures
• Develops and implements individualized care plans for neonates in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Adheres to infection control measures, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and sterilization protocols, to protect vulnerable neonates
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including neonatologists