Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Denville, New Jersey.

• Specialty:
  NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/09/2026
• Duration:
  11 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Location: Denville, NJ 07834)

Assignment Duration: February 1, 2026 – May 2, 2026

Shift: Nights | 19:00 – 07:30 (12-hour shifts)

We are looking for a highly skilled NICU RN to join the team at a Hospital in Denville, NJ for a 13-week travel assignment. This position is a backfill for a departing traveler and requires a clinician who is comfortable in a high-acuity environment. You will provide critical care to neonates and support families during their most challenging moments.

• Acute Neonatal Care: Manage the specialized needs of premature and critically ill infants in an ICU setting.
• Clinical Monitoring: Perform continuous monitoring of vitals, respiratory status, and development, making quick adjustments to care plans as needed.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work alongside neonatologists and specialists to execute complex treatment plans.
• Family Advocacy: Provide essential education and emotional support to parents and families regarding neonatal health and post-discharge care.
• Emergency Response: Maintain readiness for neonatal resuscitation and other emergency protocols.

• Experience: Previous experience in a Neonatal ICU (NICU) is required. Recent acute, in-hospital experience is strongly preferred.
• Certifications:
  * Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Licensure: Active New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Skills: Proficiency in neonatal assessment, specialized equipment management, and critical care nursing.

• No On-Call: This position does not currently require on-call hours.

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Requirements & Qualifications:

- Experience:

Previous experience in a Neonatal ICU (NICU) is required. Recent acute, in-hospital experience is strongly preferred.

- Certifications:

* Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

- Licensure:
Active New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.

- Skills:

Proficiency in neonatal assessment, specialized equipment management, and critical care nursing.

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus