Travel NICU RN - $2,034 per week

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Level II NICU Registered Nurse for a night shift travel assignment requiring at least 1 year of Level II NICU experience and prior travel nursing experience.

• Work in the Level II NICU unit caring for unstable newborns 32 weeks gestation and greater
• Patient population includes neonates 29-34 weeks with GI, infectious disease, neurologic, and respiratory needs
• Attends all deliveries and high-risk deliveries
• Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30
• Weekend shifts required to meet staffing needs
• Floating may be required to Postpartum and L&D units
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of Level II NICU experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with breathing treatments, chest tube setup/care, and CPAP/BiPAP required
• Experience with procedure sedation and RSI (Rapid Sequence Intubation) drugs required
• Experience with cooling/warming blankets, drains, and feeding tubes required
• Experience with PICC/central lines and syringe pumps required
• Experience with couplet care and transition nursery required
• Experience with UAC and UVC catheter care required
• Experience with IV therapy, vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids required
• Experience with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome and Bubble CPAP required
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required

• Provide specialized care to unstable and premature newborns in a Level II NICU setting
• Support breastfeeding and handle breast milk feedings including bottle, breast, and gavage methods
• Manage isolation precautions and PPE for infectious disease cases
• Administer emergency medications and manage IV vasopressors as needed
• This facility does not accept first-time travelers
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must not reside within 50 miles of the facility
• Travelers are expected to float between all facilities within the state as needed

American Traveler Job  #P-739989. 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.