Travel NICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  12/04/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Dec 4, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 8

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neonatal ICU position requiring Level III NICU experience and a CT or compact RN license.

• NICU setting within a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center
• Patient ratio averages 1:2-4
• Day shift (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:00) or Night shift (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:00) scheduling in 6-week blocks
• Weekend rotation required every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within scope to meet facility needs
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active RN license (CT or Compact) required prior to start date
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required, with Level III NICU experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Experience with IV therapy, central/implanted line care, and starting/maintaining IVs required
• Phlebotomy skills required
• Experience with placement/management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tubes and OG/NG feeds required
• Trauma Level I or large facility trauma center experience required
• One professional reference required

• Provide specialized nursing care to neonatal ICU patients including medication administration, line care, and feeding management
• Complete a pass/fail medication competency assessment during unit orientation covering dosage calculations and the Five Rights of Medication Administration
• Participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with exemptions available only for religious or medical reasons
• Local candidates not accepted if residing within 75 miles of the facility
• Returning staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• Requests for RTO exceeding 7 days require additional approval
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-781273. 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.