Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Baltimore, Maryland.

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a NICU position requiring 2 years of NICU experience with trach/vent skills and an active MD or Compact RN license.

• NICU unit within a pediatric hospital setting
• Patient population includes neonates, infants, and pediatrics with diagnoses such as prematurity, AOP, ROP, BLD/CLD, cardiac defects, feeding issues, and NAS
• Patient ratio of 1:3, up to 1:4 with lower acuity patient groups
• Utilizes specialized equipment including trach/vents, PICCs/central lines, and TPN/IL
• Alternating day and night shifts (3x12 hours), 7:00-19:00 and 19:30-7:30
• 36 hours per week with every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required as scheduled
• Floating required within the specialty and sister units as needed
• No on-call requirements
• Meditech charting system experience preferred
• Scrubs of any color or print permitted

• Active RN license (MD state or Compact) required at time of submission
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required (non-negotiable)
• Experience with pediatric trach/vent patients required
• BLS certification required (AHA only)
• CPI certification required
• ACLS preferred (AHA only)
• NRP or AAP certification accepted
• Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, central line care, and medication administration required
• Ventilator management and tracheostomy care/management experience required
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I experience preferred

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to neonatal, infant, and pediatric patients including those with respiratory, cardiac, and feeding complications
• Perform trach and ventilator management as part of daily patient care responsibilities
• Support skills in blood product administration, TPN/lipids management, and anti-seizure medication administration are preferred
• Assist with procedures such as lumbar puncture and manage seizure disorders as needed
• Travelers are expected to float within their specialty and sister units with priority given to floating
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates residing under 50 miles from the facility are not accepted unless otherwise specified
• Returning travelers must have been away from the system for at least 6 months following a prior assignment
• Former staff members must be separated from the health system for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-730385. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.