Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a NICU position requiring KY licensure and NRP certification on a night shift schedule.

• Work in a 4-8 bed NICU within the Center for Women's Health
• Patient ratios typically 3:1 or less depending on acuity and census
• Minimum of 2 NICU nurses staffed at all times on both day and night shifts
• Uses Alaris pump, Medfusion pump, Dash 5000, phototherapy lights, iStat machine, glucometer, giraffe beds, panda warmer, ohio warmer, bili meter, and traditional ventilator
• Utilizes Centricity Perinatal and Meditech Expanse EMR systems
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• 13-week assignment
• Required to work every other weekend

• Active KY or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• 2 years of hospital setting experience required
• STABLE certification preferred
• Delivery team experience preferred
• Skilled in IV starts, lab draws, medication administration, UVC/UAC line maintenance, patient assessments, assisting with intubation, chest tube placement, umbilical line placement, and circumcision procedures
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration

• Provide comprehensive NICU nursing care including line maintenance, assessments, and assisting providers with procedures
• Scrubs provided by facility
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
• No local candidates will be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-748444. 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.