Travel NICU Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/10/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU RN for a Level III NICU night shift position requiring delivery attendance experience, Epic proficiency, and a minimum of 3 years of experience.

• Position is located in a hospital NICU setting with Level III acuity
• Standard patient ratio is 1:2-3 in the NICU
• Floating is required to the Normal Observation Unit (NOU) with ratios of 1:4-6, as well as to the normal newborn nursery
• Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Every other weekend is required
• At least one major and one minor holiday coverage is required
• Self-scheduling is utilized for this unit
• Epic EMR experience is required
• Procedures performed include assisting with chest tube insertion, PICC/UAC/UVC placement, CBGs/ABGs, intubation, nitric oxide administration, oxygen administration, exchange transfusions, x-rays, ultrasounds, echocardiograms, and EEGs

• Active Louisiana (LA) or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS and NRP
• Minimum 3 years of NICU experience required
• Level III NICU experience required
• Delivery attendance experience (vaginal and C-section) required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency in neonatal IV placement and lab draws
• Experience with ventilator and central line management
• Experience with medication administration via multiple routes (IV, IM, SQ, ETT, OGT, NGT, oral, rectal, topical, eye drops/ointment)
• Blood administration experience required
• Supervisor reference dated within the last 12 months required for consideration
• Copy of Driver's License required for consideration
• Any employment gaps of more than 30 days must be documented and explained

• Responsibilities include attending deliveries, transitioning newborns, admitting and discharging NICU and NOU patients, coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team (NNP, MD, RN, Social Services, RT, Radiology, OT), educating and updating parents, and supporting breastfeeding
• Grape/purple scrubs are required
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates
• RTO is limited to 5 days or fewer for the duration of the contract
• Any prior permanent employee of an LCMC facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered for a travel assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-703687. 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.