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:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU/PICU RN for a Peds Float Pool position requiring a VA or compact RN license and at least 2 years of PICU experience.

• Float pool role covering PICU, NICU, Peds Med-Surg, Peds PACU, Peds ED boarders, and Postpartum/Mother-Baby units
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-7:00), 36 or 48 hours per week
• 13-week assignment length
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Block scheduling cannot be accommodated or guaranteed
• 1:2 patient ratio
• Level III NICU setting
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active VA or compact RN license (pending license accepted if in hand by the Wednesday before start)
• Minimum 2 years PICU experience required, with comfort in NICU, acute pediatrics, and pediatric ED settings
• BLS, NRP, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• APHON, CPHON, and OCN certifications preferred
• Infant-Driven Feeding Certificate required (may be pending at submission)
• Epic charting system experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• BSN preferred
• Peds PACU experience highly preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Prior travel experience required, though candidates with NICU/PICU float pool experience will be considered

• Must float within scope of practice as needed per facility float policy
• Care for complex pediatric patients requiring skills such as ventilator management, CRRT, ECMO, and hemodynamic monitoring depending on unit assignment
• Maximum 40 hours of RTO approved per 13-week contract, with no additional RTO approved after the first 2 weeks of the assignment
• Specialty-specific orientation modules completed during onboarding
• Previous UVA permanent staff or internal/external travelers must have at least 1 year of separation and leadership approval before returning
• External travelers may not exceed 365 total assignment days at this facility

American Traveler Job  #P-736913. 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.