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 a NICU RN for a Level III regional referral center, requiring at least 3 years of recent high-acuity Level III NICU experience and prior travel assignment history.

• Work in a 54-bed Level III NICU serving as a regional referral center for high-risk infants
• Patient population primarily consists of very low birth weight premature infants requiring ventilatory support
• 1:1 patient ratios
• Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
• 2 weekend shifts per month on a variable, as-needed basis with flexibility for occasional additional pickups
• Floating required within the hospital to Mother Baby unit to care for babies only
• No on-call requirements
• New state-of-the-art unit
• Uses EPIC charting system

• Active WA RN license or compact license required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of permanent staff NICU experience required
• At least 3 years of recent Level III NICU experience in a high-acuity setting required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• EPIC charting experience preferred
• Proficiency in IV therapy, arterial and central line management, UAC/UVC care, and neonatal medication administration
• Experience with ventilator management, high frequency ventilation, and nitric oxide therapy
• Experience with therapeutic hypothermia, phototherapy, and neonatal abstinence syndrome care
• Experience attending high-risk deliveries

• Provide critical care nursing to neonates ranging from under 24 weeks to over 34 weeks gestation
• Work within a Magnet-designated teaching hospital environment
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
• Prior UW staff must have an 18-month separation before returning as a traveler
• RTO should be kept to a minimum and cannot be requested during the first 2 weeks of the assignment
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position

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.