Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $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: 12

American Traveler is hiring a Level III/IV NICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring OH or compact RN license and extensive floating capability across multiple campuses.

• Work in the Neonatal ICU (NICU) of a hospital setting
• 13-week assignment on night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Care for neonates across gestational age ranges: 34 weeks
• Float to BPD (bronchopulmonary dysplasia) NICU with average length of stay of 2-3 years, requiring comfort with frequent trach care and heavy parent involvement
• Float requirement to PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, MS, and rarely ED
• Float requirement to other campuses including Riverside, St. Ann's, Grant Medical, Dublin Methodist, and Doctors Hospital
• Epic charting system experience required

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required; PALS preferred
• Minimum 1 year of Level IV NICU experience required
• Minimum 2 years total Level III/IV NICU experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, UAC/UVC management, and neonatal dosage calculations
• Experience with ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP), high frequency ventilation, and oscillators required
• Experience attending high-risk deliveries required
• Experience with neonatal sepsis, NEC, and respiratory distress syndrome required
• Experience with therapeutic hypothermia (cooling blanket) and ECMO preferred
• Two professional references required at time of consideration, at least one from a manager or supervisor (charge references not accepted)

• Provide comprehensive NICU nursing care including high-risk delivery attendance, respiratory management, and neurologic monitoring
• Position involves a two-part interview process, including an initial screening with the Float Pool Leader followed by a possible second interview with the NICU unit manager
• Floating to different units and campuses is a significant and consistent expectation for this role
• Must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility, as local candidates are not accepted for this position
• Candidates cannot have worked in a permanent role at this health system within the past 2 years
• Reliable attendance is essential, as no call/no shows are treated as a serious policy violation
• First-time travelers are not preferred for this role given the experience requirements

American Traveler Job  #P-727938. 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.