Travel NICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Livingston, New Jersey.

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a Level III float pool role requiring NRP, PALS, and prior NICU Level III/PICU experience.

• NICU-based float pool position within a Level III Neonatal ICU
• Floating required without exception to PICU, Peds, and NBN units, with assignments matched to skill set
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 19:00 to 08:00
• Every other weekend required
• 37.5 hours per week
• Patient ratios vary based on acuity, census, and staffing needs
• Cares for neonates as young as 24-28 weeks gestation
• EPIC EMR experience required

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 1.5 years of experience required, with documented NICU Level III and PICU experience
• Skilled in A-line management, central/implanted line care, UAC/UVC, and IV vasopressor administration
• Experienced in dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Proficient in ventilator management including AC, PC, SIMV, CPAP, BIPAP, and PEEP modes
• Skilled in neonatal feeding methods including bottle, breast, and gavage
• Experience with placement and management of oral, nasogastric, and nasojejunal tubes
• Knowledgeable in Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome care
• EPIC charting experience required

• Work in a 56-bed Level III NICU at a Regional Perinatal Center caring for over 1,200 premature and ill newborns annually
• PICU offers comprehensive medical and surgical care with full-time pediatric critical care physicians and subspecialists
• Located within a 597-bed academic teaching hospital affiliated with Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
• Part of New Jersey's largest integrated healthcare system
• Winter holiday coverage required, working or providing on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• Scrub requirement: navy pants with pediatric-print top
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travel candidates
• Former employees of the health system must be separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-755794. 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.