Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a NICU position requiring BLS, NRP, and CPI certifications along with 2 years of specialty experience.

• Work in a combined NICU and Newborn Nursery unit
• Average daily census of 10 patients
• Unit staffs both 3x12 and 4x12 shift schedules
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM)
• Occasional floating to postpartum/peds units
• Every other weekend required (2-4 shifts per 4 week schedule)
• No on-call requirements
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active RN license (LA or Compact) in hand upon consideration
• Current certifications: BLS, NRP, and CPI
• AHA certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• Experience with high-risk deliveries, car seat testing, and newborn diagnoses
• Skills in IV therapy, UAC/UVC management, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Experience with APGAR scoring, developmental care, phlebotomy, and thermoregulation
• Experience with blood glucose monitoring, hyperbilirubinemia, and phototherapy
• Experience with feeding management (bottle, breast, gavage) and breastfeeding support
• Experience with oxygen delivery systems, HFNC, suctioning, and respiratory distress syndrome
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE, neonatal sepsis recognition, and sepsis work-up
• Experience with neonatal dosage calculations
• Experience with neonates greater than 34 weeks gestation
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Up-to-date NURSYS report required (within 4 weeks of submission)

• Attend high-risk deliveries and conduct car seat testing
• Handle newborn diagnoses for both NICU and Well Baby populations
• Provide developmental and family-centered care including patient/family teaching
• Orientation held 5 days a week
• Must be willing to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• Candidates may be assigned to an Emergency Team requiring extended facility presence during emergency events
• 2 Manager/Supervisor references required prior to starting contract (Charge RN references not accepted)
• Candidates must reside more than 65 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
• All RTO must be disclosed on profile and discussed during interview to avoid offer rescission
• Previous permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have a 1 full year separation from the health system before returning as travelers
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-764023. 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.