Travel NICU RN

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:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration: 8 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: 8 weeks
• Openings: 6

American Traveler is hiring a Level III/IV NICU RN for an 8-week night shift holiday assignment requiring OH or compact RN license and extensive neonatal critical care experience.

• NICU setting at a children's hospital specializing in neonatal critical care
• Patient population includes neonates ranging from under 24-28 weeks to over 34 weeks gestation
• 8-week contract with night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
• Uses Epic charting system
• Floats to PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, medical/surgical, and rarely ED as needed
• May float to BPD (bronchopulmonary dysplasia) NICU with average patient length of stay of 2-3 years requiring frequent trach care
• Floating to other campuses required, primarily Riverside and St. Ann's, with possible assignments at additional Ohio Health facilities
• No call requirements

• 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 and 2 years total Level III/IV NICU experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, and UAC/UVC management
• Experienced with neonatal dosage calculations and administration of emergency medications, vasopressors, antibiotics, and steroids
• Competent in respiratory care including ventilator management, high frequency ventilation, oscillators, and tracheostomy care
• Experienced in neurologic care including seizure disorder management and therapeutic hypothermia
• Skilled in gastrointestinal care including NEC management and post-abdominal surgery care
• Experienced attending high-risk deliveries and managing neonatal sepsis
• Two professional references required at time of consideration, with at least one from a manager or supervisor (charge references not accepted)

• Provide comprehensive neonatal critical care including thermoregulation, cardiovascular monitoring, and infectious disease precautions
• Support high-risk deliveries and manage complex respiratory, neurologic, and gastrointestinal conditions
• Floating to multiple specialty units and campuses is a significant point of emphasis for this facility
• No RTO permitted for the duration of this assignment
• Must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility as local candidates are not accepted for this position
• Candidates who have worked in a permanent position for this health system within the past 2 years are not eligible
• Candidates must be willing and available to start quickly to meet the holiday program timeline

American Traveler Job  #P-775380. 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.