Travel NICU RN

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

• 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 a Level 3b NICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2-3 years of NICU experience and NRP certification.

• Level 3b NICU with 16 beds, expanding to 20 beds within the year
• Patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:3 for feeder/growers
• Cares for all gestational ages, including premature infants, sepsis, cooling cases, and substance abuse/withdrawal
• Utilizes Cerner EMR
• Uses Aveya, bubble CPAP, vapotherm, and oscillator ventilators, plus Phillips telemetry/monitoring equipment (no dedicated monitor tech)
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a
• Every other weekend required
• Floats to L&D or postpartum to care for babies, with priority given to travelers every other week
• Floor-specific orientation of 2-3 shifts
• Charge nurse present on unit; no nurse aides
• RT and pharmacy support available 24/7
• Neonatologist coverage on call (2 full-time, 1 part-time)
• No IV team on unit

• Active CA RN license required
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2-3 years of Level 3 NICU experience required
• Travel experience preferred
• Experience attending deliveries preferred
• Experience with therapeutic cooling preferred
• Spanish-speaking skills preferred
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

• Provide direct care to NICU patients across all gestational ages, including premature infants and those requiring specialized interventions
• Coordinate with a neonatology team for on-call physician support
• Transfer patients out for surgical needs as required
• Work alongside permanent staff during holiday coverage
• Navy scrub color required
• No ECMO cases on this unit
• Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-761560. 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.