Travel NICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Apple Valley, California.

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/20/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Level III NICU RN for night shift with at least 2 years of NICU experience and a valid CA RN license required.

• Level III NICU with approximately 190 births per month at a community acute care hospital
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (6:00 PM-6:30 AM)
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• May float to Mother/Baby unit for couplet care if experienced, or for babies only otherwise
• No on-call requirements
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend, may exceed to meet unit needs
• Uses Epic for charting

• Active CA RN license (Compact license accepted, must be in hand at submission)
• Required certifications: BLS and NRP (Advanced NRP preferred, or willingness to obtain before start)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience with at least 1 year in NICU specialty required
• Candidates with Level IV NICU experience may be considered with less than 2 years overall RN experience
• Community hospital experience required
• Prior travel experience required unless candidate has 2+ years of NICU experience
• Experience with high-risk deliveries, ventilator management, UAC/UVC lines, and neonatal medication administration
• Skilled in care for neonates ranging from under 24 weeks to over 34 weeks gestation
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

• Provide comprehensive neonatal intensive care including respiratory support, line management, and medication administration
• Support high-risk deliveries and manage complex neonatal conditions such as NEC, seizure disorders, and neonatal sepsis
• Travelers may be required to float between sister facilities within the health system
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All RTO requests must be submitted upfront; post-submission requests may not be accommodated
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within a 50-mile radius
• Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
• Free parking available on-site

American Traveler Job  #P-764116. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Neonatal ICU

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.