Travel NICU RN

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

• 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 3 NICU RN for a night shift position at a Level 1 trauma acute care facility requiring active IL RN license and NRP certification.

• Level 3 NICU with 60 total private rooms (40 NICU, 20 Intermediate), expandable to 65 patients with 5 twin rooms
• Nurse to patient ratios of 1:1-3 in NICU and 1:3-4 in NIC
• Patient population includes 22-week and up infants, abdominal defects, pre-cardiac repair, PPHN, CDH, and other genetic defects
• RNs required to titrate drips per orders including Fentanyl, Morphine, and Precedex
• Works with RT equipment including conventional vents, oscillator ventilator, JET ventilator, CPAP, Nasal IMV, heated high flow, and tracheostomy
• All patients monitored on Phillips monitors, no telemetry strip reading required
• Charge RN and 24/7 house supervisor support, with charge RN taking assignments only during staffing gaps
• PCTs available on unit to assist with patient care
• Neonatologist in house 24/7 with 2-3 APNs and resident/fellow coverage
• 12-hour night shifts from  with self-scheduling and block scheduling allowed
• Weekend requirements vary by shift, with flexibility for night shift based on facility needs
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• No call or standby requirement
• Travelers are first to float and may float to PICU, PIC, Peds, Nursery, sitter duties, BHM, or adult units
• EPIC EMR used

• Active IL RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• BLS (AHA) and NRP certifications required
• Level 3/4 ICU experience preferred
• Micro preemie care experience preferred
• No fake nails, nail polish, or jewelry/watches permitted

• Provide direct nursing care to critically ill neonates in a Level 1 trauma acute care facility
• 1-2 days of unit-specific orientation provided (1 day in NIC, 1 day in NICU)
• Local candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles are eligible for a local rate
• No radius rule restricting eligibility for the position
• COVID vaccination is not required
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-768879. 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.