Travel NICU RN - $2,185 per week

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level III/IV NICU position requiring OH or compact RN license and prior high-acuity neonatal experience.

• Work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of a hospital setting
• Care for neonates ranging from under 24 weeks to over 34 weeks gestation
• Night shift schedule: 3x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00
• May float to PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, medical-surgical units, and rarely ED
• May float to the BPD (bronchopulmonary dysplasia) NICU, which involves patients with average stays of 2-3 years, frequent trach care, and heavy parent involvement
• May float to other campuses including OH Health Riverside, Mount Carmel St. Ann's, OH Health Grant Medical, OH Health Dublin Methodist, and OH Health Doctors Hospital
• Epic charting system experience required

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• PALS certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of Level IV NICU experience required
• Minimum 2 years total Level III/IV NICU experience required
• Experience with high-risk deliveries, ventilator management, and neonatal medication administration required
• Skills in UAC/UVC line management, arterial line management, and central line care required
• Experience with respiratory support including CPAP, high frequency ventilation, and oxygen delivery systems required
• Experience managing neonatal conditions such as NEC, sepsis, and respiratory distress syndrome required
• ECMO, therapeutic hypothermia, and VP shunt experience preferred
• Cannot have worked in a permanent position for this health system within the last 2 years

• Provide comprehensive neonatal intensive care including respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and neurologic support
• Attend high-risk deliveries as needed
• Perform thermoregulation and manage neonatal abstinence syndrome and seizure disorders
• Two-part interview process including an initial screening with the Float Pool Leader and a secondary interview with the NICU unit manager
• Floating to other units and campuses is a standard expectation for this assignment
• Local candidates are not accepted within a 60-mile radius

American Traveler Job  #P-746793. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.