Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  26 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a Level III unit at a Magnet-designated teaching hospital, requiring prior travel assignment experience and 1:1 patient ratios.

• 54-bed Level III NICU serving as a regional referral center for high-risk infants
• Predominantly very low birth weight premature infants requiring ventilatory support
• 1:1 patient ratios
• Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours (19:00-07:30)
• 2 weekend shifts per month scheduled on an as-needed basis
• No on-call requirements
• Floating within the hospital to Mother Baby unit to care for babies only
• EPIC EMR used

• Active WA state or compact RN license required
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent permanent staff experience in a Level III NICU
• Prior travel nursing assignment experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Proficiency in IV therapy, arterial and central line management, and administration of blood products
• Experience with UAC/UVC lines and neonatal medication administration including vasopressors and antibiotics
• Ventilator management skills across multiple modes (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• Experience with high frequency ventilation, oscillators, and nitric oxide therapy preferred
• Experience caring for neonates across gestational ages, including under 28 weeks and over 34 weeks
• Skills in phototherapy, blood glucose monitoring, and management of neonatal sepsis

• Work in a new, state-of-the-art unit within a Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Provide high-acuity care to critically ill neonates including respiratory, cardiac, and infectious disease management
• Support patient/family education and developmental care practices
• Must be flexible to occasionally pick up additional shifts based on unit needs
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Prior UW staff must have a minimum 18-month separation before returning as a traveler
• RTO limited to a maximum of 1 week, with no time off permitted during the first 2 weeks of assignment
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions

American Traveler Job  #P-763369. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.