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:
  
  07/27/2026
• 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:
  
  Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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

• Hospital-based Level III NICU setting
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3 in the NICU, with float ratios of 1:4-6 in the Normal Observation Unit (NOU)
• May float to the NOU and normal newborn nursery
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Every other weekend obligation
• Self-scheduling with holiday coverage required (at least 1 major and 1 minor holiday)
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active LA or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• 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, lab draws, ventilator and central line management, and blood administration
• Experience with medication administration via multiple routes (IV, IM, SQ, ETT, OGT, NGT, oral, rectal, topical, and eye drops/ointments)
• Supervisor reference dated within the last 12 months required for consideration
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Responsibilities include attending deliveries, assisting with newborn transition, admitting and discharging NICU and NOU patients, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team (NNP, MD, RN, Social Services, RT, Radiology, OT)
• Parent education, updates, and breastfeeding support are key components of the role
• Procedures include assisting with chest tube insertion, PICC/UAC/UVC placement, CBGs and ABGs, intubation, nitric oxide administration, exchange transfusions, and support during imaging (X-rays, ultrasounds, echocardiograms, EEGs)
• Grape/purple scrubs 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
• Former permanent employees of any LCMC facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible
• RTO is limited to 5 days or fewer for the duration of the contract

American Traveler Job  #P-729605. 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.