Travel NICU RN

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:
  
  10/27/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a NICU position requiring 2 years of NICU experience, prior travel assignment experience, and NRP/STABLE certifications.

• Work in the Special Care Nursery/NICU II unit
• Night shift schedule (4x12 hours), 18:50-07:20
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• Attends high-risk deliveries
• Cares for neonates with conditions including opioid withdrawal, hyperbilirubinemia, tachypnea of the newborn, sepsis, and feeder/grower infants
• Performs CPAP management, short-term ventilator support, umbilical vein catheter setup, and gavage feeding
• Float required to Mother/Baby unit for newborn assignments only
• Every other weekend coverage required, with varying weekend schedules

• Active RN license (MD state license or Compact)
• Current certifications: BLS, NRP, and STABLE (STABLE in hand preferred at time of consideration; if not in hand, must schedule class after signing)
• Minimum 2 years of recent NICU experience within the last 7 years
• Must have completed at least one prior travel assignment
• Cerner charting system experience preferred
• Charge and preceptor experience preferred, but not required
• Skills required include neonatal dosage calculations, APGAR scoring, thermoregulation, IV therapy, UVC management, and ventilator management
• Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum 80% overall score and 100% on lethal rhythms
• Two supervisory references required, including one from the most recent assignment, supporting at least 2 years of experience in the previous 3 years

• Provides direct neonatal care including phototherapy, blood glucose monitoring, and isolation precautions
• Flu vaccine required for all employees at this facility
• Scrubs provided
• Local candidates accepted at a reduced rate within 60 miles
• Candidates residing within 60 miles are considered local and must provide a driver's license matching their address at time of consideration
• No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment, with a maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract
• Previous facility employees must have been separated for at least one year before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-766131. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.