Travel NICU RN - $2,326 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, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

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

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

• Work in the NICU of a Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU
• Cares for neonates including those less than 24-28 weeks, 29-34 weeks, and greater than 34 weeks
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3
• Manages post-op patients, g-tubes, trach/vent management, and various modes of invasive/noninvasive ventilation
• Uses Epic EMR system
• Day/evening shift schedule, 12 hours, 7:00am-7:30pm, Monday through Friday
• Required to work 2-3 weekends per 6-week scheduling period
• Floating required as needed

• Active WI RN license or compact license required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required (AHA only)
• PALS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years total NICU III/IV experience with at least 1 full year in a Level IV NICU required
• Epic EMR experience required, preferably within the last 12 months
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred, ideally including at least one Level IV NICU assignment
• Experience with IV therapy, UAC/UVC management, neonatal dosage calculations, and ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP) required
• Must pass a telemetry exam prior to start, including adult and pediatric rhythm interpretation with strict passing criteria

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill neonates in a Magnet-designated pediatric hospital setting
• Perform skills such as arterial line management, central line care, blood glucose monitoring, phototherapy, and dysrhythmia interpretation
• Support neonatal patients with conditions including respiratory distress syndrome, necrotizing enterocolitis, and neonatal abstinence syndrome
• Provide patient and family education and developmental care support
• Must reside within 50 miles of the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• First-time travelers with Level IV NICU experience will be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-743465. 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.