Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/22/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

American Traveler is hiring a Level 4 NICU RN for a night shift travel contract requiring BSN, 2+ years of Level 4 NICU experience, and an active OR RN license.

• Level 4 Neonatal ICU with 46 beds caring for critically ill, convalescing, and growing premature and term newborns
• Admissions come from the facility's own high-risk perinatal department as well as transports from Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Hawaii
• Specialist support available including endocrine, pulmonary, genetics, renal, metabolic, ophthalmology, neurology, general pediatric surgery, and cardiothoracic surgery
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
• Weekend requirement
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within the hospital only, not to sister hospitals

• Active RN license required (OR license)
• BSN required
• Minimum 2 years of Level 4 NICU experience required
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• PALS and STABLE certifications preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital and Level I Trauma experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Skilled in respiratory care including Bubble CPAP, tracheostomy care/management, and ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• PA line experience preferred
• COVID vaccination proof required with no exemptions accepted
• Two manager or supervisor references from within the last 24 months required (charge RN references not accepted)

• Facility is a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center and teaching hospital
• Nurses participate in the education of students and pediatric residents as part of a family-centered care model
• First-time travelers accepted with 3+ years of experience
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
• RTO requests limited to a maximum of 1-2 weeks and must be submitted upfront
• Former OHSU employees or travelers must have a 6+ month gap before returning, and returning candidates require a reference from their previous OHSU manager
• Scrubs are provided for OR assignments with no prints allowed

American Traveler Job  #P-748479. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.