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 Registered Nurse for a Level III NICU position requiring 2 years of NICU experience and a CA RN license.

• Level III NICU averaging 190 births per month at an acute care hospital with 212 staffed beds
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 18:00-6:30
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• Patient population includes neonates under 24-28 weeks, 29-34 weeks, and over 34 weeks
• Every other weekend required, may exceed to meet unit needs
• May float to Mother/Baby unit for care of infants, and may float fully if couplet care experience is present
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active CA RN license (Compact license must be in hand at submission)
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP Advanced (candidates may be considered if willing to obtain advanced certification prior to start)
• PALS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, with at least 1 year in NICU specialty
• Level IV NICU experience may be considered in lieu of the full experience requirement
• Community hospital experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, UAC/UVC management, and neonatal medication administration
• Experience with respiratory support including CPAP, HFNC, high frequency ventilation, and ventilator management
• Experience with high-risk deliveries, therapeutic hypothermia, and NICU IV level care preferred

• Provide comprehensive neonatal intensive care including respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and infectious disease management
• Support high-risk deliveries and provide developmental and family-centered care
• Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
• Free parking available on-site
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All RTO requests must be submitted upfront prior to offer, as post-submission requests may not be granted
• Travelers may be required to float between sister facilities within the region
• First-time travelers are not accepted unless candidate has 2+ years of NICU experience
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside outside a 50-mile radius from the facility
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within a 50-mile radius
• Two supervisory references covering at least 1 year of experience within the last 3 years are required

American Traveler Job  #P-764117. 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.