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:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU RN for a Level III nursery/LDR unit requiring newborn resuscitation skills, CPAP/hi-flow experience, and a WA or compact RN license.

• Level II/III NICU and LDR unit with 6 LDR beds within a Magnet-designated, Level 4 trauma teaching hospital
• Night shift schedule of 3x12 or 4x12 hours
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Floating required within the hospital, including attending vaginal and cesarean deliveries as baby nurse when the nursery is closed
• No floating to sister hospitals
• No on-call requirements
• Weekend shifts required unless otherwise noted on posted schedule
• Uses Epic charting system
• Patient population includes neonates greater than 34 weeks gestation

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP certification required
• Minimum 3 years of NICU experience required
• Newborn resuscitation skills required
• Experience with CPAP and high-flow nasal cannula required
• IV start and maintenance skills required
• Experience attending high-risk deliveries as baby nurse required
• Epic charting experience required
• Skills in UAC/UVC management, neonatal dosage calculations, and administration of antibiotics, antivirals, steroids, and surfactants required
• Experience with APGAR scoring, thermoregulation, phototherapy, and neonatal sepsis work-up required
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions

• Provide direct nursing care to neonates in a Level III NICU and LDR setting, including attending high-risk deliveries
• Support breastfeeding and assist with feeding methods including bottle, breast, and gavage
• Assist with procedures such as lumbar puncture and management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tubes
• Monitor for and manage conditions including hyperbilirubinemia, neonatal abstinence syndrome, and neonatal sepsis
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate with no radius restriction
• RTO limited to a maximum of 1 week, with minimal time off requested and none during the first 2 weeks of assignment
• Prior UW Medical Center staff must have a minimum 18-month separation before returning as a traveler
• Scrubs of any color permitted

American Traveler Job  #P-771506. 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.