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, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level 3 NICU position at a Level 1 trauma facility, requiring an active IL license and NRP certification.

• Level 3 NICU with 60 total private rooms, expandable to 65 patients, including 40 NICU and 20 intermediate care rooms
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1-3 in NICU and 1:3-4 in NIC
• Treats patients from 22 weeks gestation and up, including abdominal defects, pre-cardiac repair, PPHN, CDH, and other genetic defects
• Required to titrate drips per orders, including Fentanyl, Morphine, and Precedex
• Uses conventional vents, oscillator ventilators, JET ventilators, CPAP, Nasal IMV, heated high flow, and tracheostomy equipment
• All patients monitored via Phillips monitors (non-telemetry)
• Charge RN only takes patient assignments during staffing gaps; free transport RN available 24/7
• Neonatologist, 2-3 APNs, and resident/fellow coverage in house 24/7
• PCTs available on the unit with no specific ratio
• Epic EMR used for charting
• 12-hour day shifts ), self-scheduling with block scheduling allowed
• Every other weekend required for dayshift (Sat/Sun); night shift weekend requirement is flexible based on facility needs
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• No current call or standby requirement
• Travelers float first, with potential float assignments to PICU, PICU step-down, Peds, Nursery, sitter duties, BHM, or adult units

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS (AHA) and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Level 3/4 ICU and micro preemie care experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Must pass a negative drug screen for all panels as part of a Drug-Free Campus policy

• Provide direct nursing care to critically ill neonates, including titrating medication drips per physician orders
• Receive 1-2 days of unit-specific orientation (1 day in NIC and 1 day in NICU)
• No specific scrub color required; fake nails, nail polish, and jewelry/watches are not permitted
• COVID vaccination is not required
• Local rate applies for clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
• No radius rule restricting eligibility for the position

American Traveler Job  #P-768883. 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.