Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a NICU position requiring 2 years of NICU experience and current NRP certification.

• Night shift position in the NICU, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM-7:00 AM)
• Unit has 24 rooms with a 1:3 patient ratio during days
• Charting is done in Epic
• Weekend coverage required per unit needs, approximately 12 shifts per contract
• On-call responsibilities required per unit needs
• Floating within scope required, including potential floating to sister facilities within the South region
• Scrubs provided by facility

• Active CO or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Epic charting experience required
• Experience with newborn care including thermoregulation, phototherapy, cord care, and discharge teaching
• Experience caring for large for gestational age, low birth weight, and hypoglycemic newborns
• Experience with IV therapy including starting and maintaining IVs
• Level I and Level II/Special Care Nursery experience

• Provide comprehensive newborn and post-partum care including circumcision site assessment, car seat education, and parent discharge teaching
• Follow isolation precautions/PPE protocols and baby friendly care practices
• Perform phlebotomy and vaccine administration as needed
• Maximum of 10 RTO days approved per 13-week contract, with blackout periods during select weeks in
• No blocked scheduling requests permitted
• First-time travelers accepted as long as experience requirements are met
• Candidates with prior UCHealth employment must disclose name used during that employment
• Candidates on UCHealth's internal do-not-use list will not be considered
• Travelers who completed a full year on assignment with UCHealth OR may not be rebooked for at least one year
• Local candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility are eligible for the local rate
• Completion of all facility-specific training modules required within the first week of assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-775496. 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.