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:
  
  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 a Night Shift NICU RN for a Level IV academic NICU requiring 2+ years of Level III (or higher) NICU experience and an active NJ or Compact RN license.

• 21-bed NICU and 16-bed SCN unit within a Level IV academic medical center
• Cares for neonates 29-34 weeks and greater than 34 weeks gestation
• Ratios of 1:2 in NICU and 1:3-4 in SCN
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-7:30)
• Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday)
• Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays per unit needs
• Floats within skillset to Newborn, Peds, and PICU as needed
• Does not attend high-risk deliveries
• EPIC charting experience required

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• BLS and NRP certifications required; PALS preferred
• 2+ years of current Level III (or higher) NICU experience required
• Proficient in developmental care, patient/family teaching, phlebotomy, thermoregulation, blood glucose monitoring, phototherapy, isolation/PPE, and sepsis workup
• Skilled in blood/blood product administration, A-line management, central/implanted line care, IV starts/maintenance, and UAC/UVC
• Experience with neonatal medication administration including anti-seizure, antibiotics/antivirals, IV vasopressors, steroids, surfactants, and neonatal dose calculations
• Competent in GI/nutrition care including breastfeeding support, breast milk handling, and bottle/breast/gavage feedings, NEC management, and oral/NG/NJ tube placement
• Respiratory skills required including bubble CPAP, HFNC, chest tube management, oxygen delivery systems, RDS care, ETT/NT suctioning, Vapotherm, and ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BiPAP/PEEP)
• Charge experience, jet vents, oscillators, ECMO, Criti Cool body cooling, and transport experience preferred

• Part of a 37-bed Level IV NICU providing advanced respiratory support, high-frequency ventilation, ECMO, therapeutic hypothermia, invasive monitoring, and complex medical/surgical care within a 628-bed academic medical center
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former health system employees (full-time or PRN) must have been separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Facility requires a screenshot confirming requested time off and schedule requests, with priority given to such submissions; no changes approved after offer

American Traveler Job  #P-754245. 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.