Travel NICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Little Rock, Arkansas.

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• Duration:
  11 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 11 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a NICU RN for a 12-hour night shift assignment at a Level III-IV Level 1 trauma teaching hospital, requiring 3 years of Level III-IV NNICU experience and EPIC proficiency.

• 12H Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, 36 hours/week
• 104-bed NICU organized into 8-bed pods
• Patient ratios of 1:1-3/4 based on acuity
• Ancillary support includes 1-2 PCTs per shift and on-site lab/tech services
• Advanced Practice providers present on the unit
• Floating required within the ICU cluster (NICU, PICU, CVICU, Burn ICU, IMU), travelers float first
• EMR is EPIC; medication system is Pyxis
• Scheduling handled by manager/scheduler, no self-scheduling
• No on-call requirements
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• Equipment includes GE, Servo, Kangaroo Care, ECMO, Nitric Oxide, HFOV, Jet Vent (occasional), and IMV
• Respiratory Therapy manages ventilators;
  Anesthesia support available

• Active AR or Compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• 3 years of clinical experience in a Level III-IV NNICU required
• NCC Neonatal ICU RN certification preferred
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Must pass a fit test (no facial hair unless for religious beliefs)
• Must test negative for nicotine

• Care for a complex NICU population including 23-week micro-premies, VLBW infants, chronic lung disease, bleeds, spina bifida, diaphragmatic hernia, NEC perforation, gastro conditions, cleft lip/palate/mandible, PDA ligations, and body cooling cases
• Average patient length of stay is approximately 40 days
• Facility is a 359-bed, Level 1 trauma teaching hospital
• 2-3 days of orientation and specialty testing required upon start
• ACH dress code must be followed
• 24/7 Neonatologist coverage and dedicated multidisciplinary care team
• Family-centered amenities include 24/7 family camera access, rooming-in prior to discharge, and dedicated pumping areas for mothers
• Prior travel assignment experience is not required
• Local candidates accepted
• 60-mile local rate radius applies

American Traveler Job  #P-749404. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.