Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/15/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a Level III unit requiring preemie and central line management experience, TX or compact RN license, NRP and BLS certification.

• Level III NICU with 108 beds located on the North Tower 4th floor
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:4
• Unit staffed with RNs, LVNs, PCTs, and Nurse Externs
• Equipment used includes Nasal Cannula, Bubble CPAP, Vents, Oscillators, IV pumps, NIRS, Warmers, and Isolettes
• Documentation systems used are CPN and Meditech
• 3x12-hour shifts per week, 7A-7P schedule, with rotating weekends and holidays
• Contract staff float before core staff to PICU, Pediatrics, and CICU for patients under 2 years old
• Procedures performed on unit include central line insertions, circumcisions, exploratory laps, gastroschisis reductions, and PDA ligations

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP (Advanced 9th Edition) certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent Level III NICU experience required
• Experience with preemies at 28 weeks gestation and above required
• Experience managing central lines required
• Respiratory management experience up to and including intubated patients required
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration (no Canadian SSN accepted)
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

• Care for a NICU patient population including surgical and cardiac patients, infants under 27 weeks, tracheostomy infants, and broviac line management
• Royal blue scrubs required as part of the dress code
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, no local candidates accepted
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-747926. 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.