Travel NICU RN

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:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level III/IV NICU position requiring NRP certification and prior Level III NICU experience.

• Level III/IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit setting
• 1:3 patient ratio
• Day shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:00)
• 36 or 48 hours per week
• Uses Epic charting system
• Required to work 3 weekends per 6-week scheduling period
• Required to work 2 of the 3 winter holidays
• Floating required within scope of practice as needed

• Active RN license (VA or Compact) required, pending license accepted
• 2+ years of NICU nursing experience required
• Level III NICU experience required
• BLS and NRP certifications required in-hand at time of consideration
• Dr. Brown's Infant Driven Feeding Certificate required (may be pending)
• Epic charting experience required
• BSN preferred
• Experience with neurologic care, lumbar puncture assistance, and therapeutic hypothermia (cooling blanket)
• Experience with IV therapy, central line/implanted line care, UAC, and UVC
• Experience with colostomy/ileostomy management and post-abdominal surgery care
• Dysrhythmia interpretation and management skills
• High frequency ventilation and ventilator management experience (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• Chest tube management and nitric oxide (iNO) administration experience
• Tracheostomy care and management skills
• IV vasopressor administration and neonatal dosage calculation skills
• Phlebotomy skills
• Two professional references required

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to neonatal patients in a Level III/IV NICU
• Time off requests limited to a maximum of 40 hours per 13-week contract
• Time off not approved during the first two weeks of assignment
• Time off not approved around the Christmas holiday
• Previous UVA Health permanent staff or traveler employment requires 1-year separation and leadership approval
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return after reaching that limit
• No radius rule applies to this position

American Traveler Job  #P-763385. 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.