Travel NICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Santa Maria, 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: 3

American Traveler is hiring a Level 3 NICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2+ years NICU experience and a CA RN license.

• Level 3 NICU setting in an acute care hospital with 21 NICU beds, 8 Peds beds, and 4 future PICU beds
• Patient population includes neonates 23 weeks gestation and above, feeders/growers, and cooling cases (no ECMO)
• Typical ratios are 1:1 to 1:3 in NICU, with Peds ratios around 1:1 to 1:4
• Uses Cerner EMR
• Equipment includes oscillators, Draeger ventilators, CPAP, and high flow nasal cannula
• Night shift schedule, 7p-7a, 12-hour shifts with self-scheduling
• Every other weekend (EOW) requirement, with new hires first to float
• Floating required to Nursery and Peds, and occasionally Mother Baby if experienced
• Low-census call may occur on a standby basis
• Charge nurse typically assigned in NICU, not always in Peds
• RT and Pharmacy available 24/7; no IV team or nurse aides on unit

• Active CA RN license (Standard or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted
• BLS and NRP certifications required; PALS and STABLE preferred
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• Comfort with high frequency oscillators and ventilators required
• Cooling experience preferred
• Level 3 NICU or higher experience required
• Previous travel experience not 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 nursing care to neonatal and pediatric patients in a Level 3 NICU setting
• Navy scrub color required
• Facility-specific orientation includes 2-3 shifts in NICU and 2 shifts in Peds
• Neonatologist coverage in-house but not 24/7
• Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment
• Holiday coverage required for 2 major holidays
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates may not have been directly employed by any Common Spirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and Dignity, within the past year; PRN employment through outside firms is acceptable
• RNs in this region may be required to pass a Relias Dysrhythmia exam and a sterile technique test during orientation as a condition of the assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-774055. 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.