Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a Level III Neonatal ICU role requiring 3+ years of NICU experience, CA RN licensure, and NRP certification.

• Level III NICU within a Children's Hospital and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center setting
• Teaching, Magnet-designated facility with 12 beds, 6 rooms, and an average daily census of 8
• Patient population includes neonates from 28 weeks up with respiratory distress, hypoglycemia, and hyperbilirubinemia
• Shifts include 3x12 or 4x12 hour schedules, variable day/night or straight nights
• Weekend availability required with full scheduling flexibility
• Floating to satellite facilities required, including Rady Main Campus, Scripps Encinitas, Rancho Springs, Scripps La Jolla, and Scripps Mercy
• Mid-shift floating may occasionally be required
• No on-call requirements
• Remains within NICU scope and does not float to other units outside NICU

• Active CA RN license required (or ETA for pending licensure)
• BLS and NRP certification required; PALS preferred
• Minimum 3 years of Level III (or higher) NICU experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Skills required include IV therapy, arterial line management, UAC/UVC care, and central line care
• Experience administering neonatal medications including vasopressors, antibiotics, and steroids
• Proficiency in respiratory care including ventilator management, HFNC, and CPAP
• Experience with APGAR scoring, thermoregulation, and developmental care
• Neonatal abstinence syndrome and seizure disorder care experience preferred
• Therapeutic hypothermia and high frequency ventilation experience preferred

• Responsibilities include immediate assessment, resuscitation, and stabilization of neonates
• Provide care across a range of neonatal conditions including NEC, gastroschisis, and sepsis
• Required to work 2 of the following 3 holidays:
  Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's (including Eves)
• Maximum RTO of 6 days; must work at least 3 shifts per week
• Scrub color is unrestricted
• Free traveler parking available
• Mileage reimbursement provided for floating to non-home-base facilities
• First-time travelers are accepted with 3+ years of experience
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted
• Former permanent staff must be separated for at least 1 year before being eligible to travel
• Clinicians marked DNR for Children's Hospital of Orange County will not be considered due to facility merger with Rady Children's Health

American Traveler Job  #P-780005. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.