Travel Neonatal ICU 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:
  
  ASAP
• 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:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level III-IV Neonatal ICU position requiring EPIC experience and recent trach patient care skills.

• Work in a 104-bed Neonatal ICU with 8 beds per pod at a Level 1 trauma, teaching hospital
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3/4 based on acuity
• Patient population includes micro-premies, VLBW infants, chronic lung disease, spina bifida, diaphragmatic hernia, NEC, cleft lip/palate/mandible, PDA ligations, and body cooling cases
• Average patient length of stay is approximately 40 days
• Ancillary support includes 1-2 PCTs per shift and on-unit advanced practice providers
• Equipment used includes GE, Servo, Kangaroo Care, ECMO, Nitric Oxide, HFOV, Jet Vent, and IMV
• Respiratory Therapists manage ventilators with Anesthesia support available
• EMR is EPIC with Pyxis medication system
• 12-hour night shift schedule, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend required with holiday coverage as needed
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within the ICU cluster (NICU, PICU, CVICU, Burn ICU, IMU), with travelers floated first
• Scheduling managed by unit manager or scheduler; no self-scheduling

• Active RN license (AR or Compact) required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in a Level III-IV Neonatal ICU required
• Recent experience caring for trach patients required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• NCC Neonatal ICU RN certification preferred
• Must test negative for nicotine

• Provide direct nursing care within a dedicated multidisciplinary NICU team
• Expect 2-3 days of orientation and facility-specific specialty testing
• Facility dress code must be followed as outlined in client compliance documents
• Unit offers 24/7 family camera access, private family support resources, and room-in accommodations prior to discharge
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Accepts local candidates

American Traveler Job  #P-765161. 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.