Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Mission Viejo, California.

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a NICU position requiring 5 years of combined NICU/PICU/Peds experience and float coverage across critical care units.

• NICU serves as home unit within a 22-bed Level III NICU caring for preterm infants as young as 22+ weeks gestation
• NICU patient conditions include respiratory distress, hyperbilirubinemia, IDM/poor feeders, failure to thrive, and hypoglycemia
• Care approach emphasizes quiet developmental support for each infant
• Float requirement to PICU (8-bed Level II) and Pediatrics (24-bed general med/surg with Eating Disorder Stabilization and long-term EEG programs)
• PICU patient population includes trauma, respiratory diagnoses, ingestions, and occasional surgical cases
• Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM-7:00 PM)
• 6 weekend shifts required per 6-week schedule, including major holiday blocks
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active California RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP, PALS
• Preferred certifications: RNC-NIC, CCRN
• 5 years of experience required, combining NICU, PICU, and/or Peds background with a strong NICU foundation
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Experience with ventilator management, ETT/NT suctioning, tracheostomy care, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with central line care, PICC line management, and IV therapy
• Experience with pediatric dosage calculations and emergency medication administration
• Bubble CPAP and infant-driven feeds experience
• Two supervisor-level references required from the applicable unit, dated within 1 year of start or from most recent employer

• Position functions as a Peds Critical Care Float role with NICU as the home unit
• Travelers float first, with priority given to float assignments across NICU, PICU, and Pediatrics
• Up to 16 hours of orientation modules may be required, varying by specialty
• Maximum of 7 days RTO permitted, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment or over major holidays
• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted as local
• Former staff must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before reapplying
• Rehire eligibility is subject to review given the merger between Rady Children's and Children's Hospital of Orange County
• First-time travelers may be considered given required experience level

American Traveler Job  #P-761944. 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.