Travel NICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in New Brunswick, 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 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2+ years of Level III NICU experience and an active NJ or compact RN license.

• 13-week travel assignment on night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
• 21-bed Level IV NICU with 16-bed Special Care Nursery (SCN)
• Cares for neonates 29-34 weeks and >34 weeks gestation
• Will not attend high-risk deliveries
• Patient ratios of 1:2 in NICU and 1:3-4 in SCN
• EPIC charting system experience required
• Every other weekend requirement (Saturday and Sunday)
• Floating required within skillset to Newborn, Peds, and PICU for appropriate assignments

• Active NJ or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required; PALS preferred
• 2+ years of current Level III NICU experience required
• EPIC charting experience required
• Proficient in general NICU care including developmental care, phlebotomy, thermoregulation, blood glucose monitoring, phototherapy, isolation/PPE, and sepsis workup
• Experience with lines and blood products including A-line management, central/implanted line care, IV starts/maintenance, and UAC/UVC
• Experience administering neonatal medications including anti-seizure, antibiotics/antivirals, IV vasopressors, steroids, surfactants, and insulin with neonatal dose calculations
• Experience with GI/nutrition care including breastfeeding support, breast milk handling, and oral/NG/NJ tube placement and feedings
• Respiratory care experience including Bubble CPAP, HFNC, chest tubes, ETT/NT suctioning, Vapotherm, and vent management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BiPAP/PEEP)
• Charge experience, jet vents, oscillators, ECMO, Criti Cool body cooling, and neonatal transport experience preferred

• Must work or provide on-call coverage for at least 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• First-time travelers welcome to apply
• Former RWJBH employees (FT or PRN) must be separated from the system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-751959. 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.