Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/20/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring at least 18 months of NICU experience and an active IN or compact RN license.

• Work in the NICU within the Pediatrics Department of a community hospital setting
• Night shift schedule with 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Cares for neonates across gestational ages, including 34 weeks
• Attends high-risk deliveries and supports Mother/Baby and NICU III/IV levels of care
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating required within the Pediatrics department and NICU, and potentially to affiliate hospitals nearby
• Uses Cerner charting system

• Active IN or Compact RN license required in hand prior to start
• Minimum 1.5 years of NICU experience required
• Community hospital experience required; teaching hospital experience preferred
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP or NRP Advanced; STABLE certification preferred
• AHA or RQI certifications accepted if current at time of consideration
• Cerner charting experience required
• Graduated from a nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE
• 2 supervisor references required
• Skilled in neonatal procedures including UAC/UVC line management, IV therapy, central line care, and administration of blood products
• Experience with neonatal respiratory support including CPAP, HFNC, oscillators, and ventilator management
• Knowledge of neonatal medication administration including vasopressors, antibiotics, and anti-seizure medications
• Familiarity with neonatal conditions such as NEC, sepsis, and respiratory distress syndrome

• Provide comprehensive neonatal intensive care including respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and neurologic support
• Support high-risk deliveries and manage complex neonatal patient populations
• Perform patient/family teaching and developmental care as part of daily responsibilities
• Assist with procedures such as lumbar punctures and ICP monitoring when needed
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Up to 5 days of non-holiday RTO can be auto-approved; additional time off requires facility approval
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are not accepted for this position
• Former IU Health perm or PRN employees must wait 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Travelers who have accrued 12 months of employment within IU Health must complete a designated break before reassignment, per current policy

American Traveler Job  #P-757596. 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.