Travel NICU RN - $2,743 per week

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level III/IV NICU position requiring VA or compact RN license and 2+ years of NICU experience with Epic charting.

• Work in a Level III/IV Neonatal ICU setting
• 13-week assignment on night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Uses Epic charting system
• Requires working 3 weekends per 6-week scheduling period
• Every other holiday coverage required
• Floating required within scope of practice as needed

• Active VA or compact RN license required (pending license accepted, must be in hand by Wednesday before start date)
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• Level III NICU experience required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Dr. Brown's Infant Driven Feeding Certificate required (may be pending at submission)
• Epic EMR experience required
• BSN preferred
• Skilled in neonatal-specific procedures including UAC/UVC line management, high frequency ventilation, therapeutic hypothermia, and neonatal dosage calculations
• Experience with ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP) and nitric oxide therapy
• Two professional references required

• Provide comprehensive neonatal intensive care including respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and neurologic support
• Perform skills such as assisting with lumbar puncture, central line/implanted line care, and colostomy/ileostomy management
• Manage IV therapy including vasopressors and starting/maintaining IVs
• No radius restriction for this unit
• Time off requests are limited to a maximum of 40 hours per 13-week contract and must be disclosed at time of consideration
• Time off cannot be approved for the first two weeks of the assignment or over Labor Day weekend
• Previous UVA Health permanent staff or travelers must have a 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
• External travelers are limited to a maximum of 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return once this threshold is reached
• First-time travelers are not required to have prior travel experience for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-745403. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.