Travel NICU RN - $2,218 per week

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Level IV NICU position requiring at least 2 years of NICU III/IV experience, including 1 year in a Level IV NICU.

• Work in the NICU of a Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU within a Magnet-designated children's hospital
• Care for neonates across gestational ranges, including those less than 24-28 weeks, 29-34 weeks, and greater than 34 weeks
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3
• Manage post-op patients, g-tubes, and trach/vent care using various modes of invasive and noninvasive ventilation
• Day (7:00am-7:30pm) and Night (7:00pm-7:30am) 12-hour shifts, 3 shifts per week
• Required to work 2-3 weekends per 6-week scheduling period
• Uses Epic charting system
• Floating required as needed

• Active RN license (WI or Compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS and NRP (AHA only); PALS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of total NICU III/IV experience, with at least 1 full year in a Level IV NICU
• 2 years of acute care inpatient experience within the last 3 years in the specialty being applied to
• Epic charting experience required, preferably within the last 12 months
• Must pass a telemetry exam prior to start, including adult and pediatric rhythm interpretation with strict passing criteria
• Skills required include IV therapy, UAC/UVC management, medication administration including anti-seizure and antibiotic/antiviral medications, blood glucose monitoring, and phototherapy
• Experience with breastfeeding support/breast milk handling, feedings (bottle, breast, gavage), thermoregulation, and isolation precautions/PPE required
• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation/management, oxygen delivery systems, suctioning (ETT, NT), tracheostomy care, and ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP) required
• Neonatal sepsis and sepsis work-up experience required

• Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill and premature neonates in a Level IV NICU setting
• At least one prior Level IV NICU travel assignment preferred; first-time travelers with Level IV NICU experience will be considered
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rate; local candidates not accepted
• Additional preferred skills include arterial line management, central line care, insulin administration, therapeutic hypothermia, VP shunt management, high frequency ventilation, and nitric oxide therapy
• Additional preferred experience includes lumbar puncture assistance, ICP monitoring, NEC care, gastroschisis/omphalocele care, and post cardiac surgery care

American Traveler Job  #P-738772. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.