Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Level III NICU RN for a night shift travel assignment requiring CA RN licensure and NRP certification.

• Level III NICU setting caring for surgical neonates and infants 23 weeks gestation and up
• Cares for neonates with cardiovascular, dysrhythmia, gastrointestinal, infectious disease, neurologic, and respiratory needs
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• Utilizes cooling therapy, all respiratory ventilation modes, PICC, bronchoscopy, LISA, VCUG, MRI, swallow studies, and line insertion procedures
• Performs central line, UAC, and UVC care, along with IV vasopressor, surfactant, and steroid administration
• Manages ventilator settings including AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00-07:30
• No on-call requirements
• Every other weekend required
• Float to pediatrics, PICU, and nursery as needed
• 13-week assignment

• Active CA RN license required
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of NICU experience required
• Prior travel experience required
• Experience with any charting system required
• Skilled in isolation precautions/PPE and IV therapy
• Experience with oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tube placement and management
• Experience with neonatal feeding methods including bottle, breast, and gavage
• 2 supervisor references obtained within the past year required for consideration

• Delivers comprehensive neonatal intensive care including respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurologic support
• Manages care for infants with neonatal abstinence syndrome
• Must reside within a 50-mile radius to be eligible for the local rate
• Returning travelers must have a minimum 1-year separation before reapplying
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday allowed per contract
• Holiday coverage includes New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Must complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing
• Candidates may only apply to one Sutter Health facility at a time

American Traveler Job  #P-761093. 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.