Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/17/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Level III NICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring previous travel experience and NRP/STABLE certification.

• High-risk Level III NICU setting
• Night shift schedule (4x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:00 AM)
• 36 or 48 hours/week considered
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Cares for neonates ranging from 34 weeks gestation
• Attends high-risk deliveries
• Cerner charting system preferred

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• BLS, NRP, and STABLE certifications required; PALS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, and UAC/UVC management
• Experience with neonatal medication administration including vasopressors, antibiotics, and surfactants
• Proficient in ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP), high frequency ventilation, and nitric oxide therapy
• Experience with therapeutic hypothermia (cooling blanket) and neonatal abstinence syndrome care
• Skilled in APGAR scoring, phlebotomy, and thermoregulation
• Experience assisting with lumbar puncture and managing chest tubes
• Knowledge of neonatal sepsis workup and isolation precautions

• Provide comprehensive care across respiratory, gastrointestinal, endocrine/metabolic, neurologic, and infectious disease needs for NICU patients
• Support breastfeeding and handle breast milk, including bottle, breast, and gavage feedings
• Monitor for conditions such as necrotizing enterocolitis, respiratory distress syndrome, and meconium aspiration
• Provide developmental care and patient/family teaching
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this position
• Facility conducts its own onsite drug screening, including marijuana testing, with automatic cancellation for positive results

American Traveler Job  #P-774313. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.