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Travel RN - Neonatal ICU

Job in Laguna Hills, Orange County, California, 92653, USA
Listing for: American Traveler
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-08-20
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Healthcare Nursing, Neonatal/ NICU Nurse, Pediatric Nurse, RN Nurse
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 110000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 110000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU Charge RN for a Level III/IV NICU position requiring 3+ years of solid NICU experience and CA RN licensure.

Requirements
  • Active CA RN license required, must be in hand
  • Current certifications: BLS, NRP, and Advanced NRP
  • Minimum 3 years of solid NICU experience required
  • Level III or Level IV NICU experience with focus on 1:1/1:2 care and high-risk deliveries/admits
  • Previous charge nurse experience required
  • Prior travel nursing experience required
  • Epic charting experience required
  • Proficiency in a wide range of NICU clinical skills including ventilator management, UAC/UVC placement, arterial and central line management, neonatal dosage calculations, and dysrhythmia interpretation
  • One professional reference required, obtained within the past 2 years
  • Nursys report required, pulled within 2 weeks of consideration
Responsibilities
  • Work in a Level III/IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) within a hospital setting
  • Role combines bedside care and charge nurse responsibilities, with charge pay differential for shifts worked as charge
  • Patient population includes neonates and infants ranging from 34 weeks gestation
  • High risk delivery attendance and 1:1 or 1:2 care assignments
  • Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00-07:30
  • Weekend shifts scheduled as needed to meet unit needs
  • Floating required, including potential floating to Labor & Delivery and between facility locations
  • Uses Epic for documentation, Omnicell for medication administration, and SBAR for communication
  • Provide comprehensive NICU care including high-risk delivery attendance, respiratory support (Bubble CPAP, HFNC, oscillators, ventilator management), and management of critically ill neonates
  • Perform procedures such as UAC/UVC placement, arterial and central line management, phototherapy, and assistance with lumbar punctures
  • Support breastfeeding, manage feedings (bottle, breast, gavage), and provide patient/family education
  • Care for neonates with conditions including neonatal abstinence syndrome, seizure disorders, sepsis, and respiratory distress syndrome
  • First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
  • Previous permanent staff at the facility are not eligible for consideration
  • Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are accepted at the local rate
  • Any time off requests must be disclosed prior to consideration, with no additions after submission
Benefits
  • High Pay and Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Weekly Payroll Deposit
  • Free Online CEUs
  • Generous Housing Allowance
  • Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
  • Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
  • Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job : P-742272

Open Positions: 1

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