Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level II NICU/SCN position requiring recent Level II NICU experience and BLS/NRP certifications.

• Level II NICU with 12 private rooms and Special Care Nursery (SCN) with 18 beds (POD-based, 6 babies per room)
• NICU ratio of 2:1 and SCN ratio of 3:1
• Cares for babies 28 weeks gestation and above with high-level respiratory and neonatal complications
• Common diagnoses include hyperbilirubinemia, meconium aspiration, RDS, PPHN, IUGR, chorioamnionitis, TTN, chest tubes, passive cooling, exchange transfusions, pneumothorax, sepsis, and NAS
• Uses PICC lines, UAC/UVC catheters, CPAP, RAM and Vapotherm nasal cannulas
• Vent equipment includes Puritan Bennett 840, Draeger, Vision Bipap, and V60s
• Cardiac monitoring via GE Monitors
• Charts in Cerner
• 12-hour day shifts (7a-7p) with shift huddle at start of shift followed by bedside report
• 4 weekend shifts required within a 4-week schedule (Sat/Sun for days)
• Holiday rotation required in line with permanent staff schedule
• Self-scheduling process with scheduler balancing requests fairly among staff
• Charge nurse responsibilities may be assigned occasionally based on census
• No IV team or nurse aide support on the unit
• RT and pharmacy support available 24/7, with NNPs in house 24/7 and a neonatologist on-site during the day
• Travelers are first to float and may float to a sister facility, though not floated out of the NICU itself
• 2-shift unit-specific orientation with a preceptor

• Active AZ or Compact RN license required, must be active (not pending) at time of consideration
• BLS and NRP certifications required; STABLE certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent NICU experience required, within the past 6 months
• Level II NICU experience required;
  Level III NICU experience preferred
• Level 1 trauma center acute care setting experience
• Must pass a pass/fail Sim Lab exam on foley catheter insertion on Day 1 of orientation
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Provide high-level neonatal intensive care and special care nursery nursing services
• Navy scrub color required
• Surgical patients and babies under 28 weeks are transferred to partner children's hospitals
• First-time travelers may be considered for this role
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility per state requirements
• Previous direct employment with any facility associated with the health system within the past year is not permitted; PRN employment through outside firms will be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-752433. 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.