Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring NRP certification and a Community Level 3 NICU background.

• Acute care setting in a 14-bed Community Level 3 NICU
• Patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:3 depending on acuity
• Common diagnoses include rule-out sepsis, prematurity, late preterm, infants of diabetic mothers, and NAS
• No surgical cases, some readmissions handled
• Neonates may be discharged home from NICU or transferred to pediatrics
• Locked unit environment
• Night shift schedule, 7p-7a, 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required as part of core rotation
• Charge nurse present on unit, no nurse aides
• 24/7 neonatologist or pediatrician coverage available
• 24/7 respiratory therapy coverage managing ventilators
• 24/7 pharmacy availability
• No IV team on unit
• Lab draws for neonates performed by laboratory staff
• Uses Cerner EMR
• Uses Philips telemetry monitoring
• Ventilator management required
• No floating required, but assigned staff float first during low census
• 3-shift unit-specific orientation provided

• Active CA RN license required
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct bedside care to neonatal ICU patients including preemies and infants requiring specialized monitoring
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Work closely with neonatologists, pediatricians, and respiratory therapists as part of a collaborative care team
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-776653. 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.