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:
  
  11/17/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Level III NICU position requiring 2 years of RN experience including at least 1 year in specialty and a California RN license.

• Level III NICU averaging 190 births per month
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 18:00 to 06:30
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• Weekend rotation every other weekend, may exceed based on unit needs
• No on-call requirements
• May float to Mother/Baby unit for couplet care if experienced
• Epic charting system used

• Active CA RN license (compact license must be in hand at time of submission)
• Current certifications: BLS and NRP (NRP Advanced preferred, or willingness to obtain before start)
• PALS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience with at least 1 year in NICU specialty
• Candidates with less than 2 years RN experience but with Level IV NICU experience may be considered
• Community hospital experience required
• Travel experience required, though candidates with 2+ years NICU experience may be considered without prior travel experience
• Experience with IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, UAC/UVC, and neonatal dosage calculations
• Experience managing neonates across a range of gestational ages including 34 weeks
• Experience with respiratory support including CPAP, HFNC, oscillators, ventilator management, and Vapotherm preferred
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years within a comparable specialty/setting

• Provide high-acuity neonatal care including attendance at high-risk deliveries
• Perform skills such as APGAR scoring, developmental care, thermoregulation, and phlebotomy
• Support patient and family education and breastfeeding/breast milk handling
• Manage conditions such as NAS, seizure disorders, NEC, and neonatal sepsis
• Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
• Free parking available on-site
• Travelers may be required to float between sister facilities within the 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 at time of consideration, as post-offer requests may not be granted
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Local candidates accepted at a lower rate within a 50-mile radius
• Former permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month waiting period, provided they reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility

American Traveler Job  #P-771532. 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.