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, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Level 4 NICU RN for a 13-week teaching hospital assignment requiring BSN and 2+ years of Level 4 NICU experience.

• Work in a 46-bed Level 4 Neonatal ICU serving critically ill, convalescing and growing premature and term newborns
• Unit receives admissions from the hospital's own high-risk perinatal department as well as transports from Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Hawaii
• Access to specialists in endocrine, pulmonary, genetics, renal, metabolic, ophthalmology, neurology, general pediatric surgery and cardiothoracic surgery
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Weekend rotation required
• Floating within the hospital required; no floating to sister/affiliate hospitals
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic charting system
• Located at a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center teaching hospital

• Active RN license (Oregon or Compact); pending license applications accepted if submitted to the licensing board
• BSN required
• Minimum 2 years of Level 4 NICU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP
• Preferred certifications: PALS, S.T.A.B.L.E.
• Epic charting experience required
• Skills in respiratory care including Bubble CPAP, tracheostomy care/management, and ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• PA line experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Two manager/supervisor references from within the last 24 months required; charge RN references not accepted
• Work history verification covering the last seven years, including city, state, dates of employment and PTO
• COVID vaccination proof required with no exemptions accepted

• Provide family-centered nursing care to fragile neonatal patients and their families
• Participate in the education of nursing students and pediatric residents as part of a teaching hospital environment
• Scrubs are provided for OR use; no printed scrubs permitted
• First-time travelers accepted with 3+ years of relevant experience
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
• Maximum RTO of 1-2 weeks, must be submitted upfront
• Former OHSU employees or travelers must have a 6+ month gap before returning, and require a reference from their previous OHSU manager
• Background checks are comprehensive and lifetime in scope; any background or license issues will not be accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-748488. 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.