Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,357 per week

Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care | Discipline: RN | Start Date: 10/05/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks | 36 hours per week | Shift: 12 hours, days | Employment Type: Travel

About the Role

The NICU Registered Nurse provides specialized care to critically ill and premature newborns in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). This role includes advanced neonatal assessments, operation of life-support equipment, and family-centered education and support. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and ensures adherence to hospital and regulatory standards while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

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 and therapists, to optimize neonatal outcomes
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adheres to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

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
• Other certifications and licenses as required for the position

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Proficiency in reading and comprehending written instructions, following verbal instructions, and PC skills
• Physical ability to remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with various personnel and maintain a positive attitude
• Technical/motor skills to grasp, perform fine manipulation, and assist with procedures
• Mental resilience to cope with frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, and work under close supervision or independently
• Ability to handle irregular activity schedules and maintain continuous concentration on detail
• Visual acuity and effective communication abilities

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 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