Travel NICU RN - $2,146 per week

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/21/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 2 Special Care Nursery/NICU position requiring 2+ years of relevant experience and NRP certification.

• Work in an 8-bed Special Care Level 2 Nursery within an acute care hospital
• Care for neonates including full term, early term, and pre-term infants
• Patient ratios range from 1:2 to 1:3
• Common diagnoses and treatments include NAS/NOWS, TTN, IV antibiotics, Bubble CPAP, and OG/NG feeds
• Uses Meditech and GE Centricity EHR systems
• 12-hour day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Weekend requirement of 2 shifts per month
• Float requirement to Mother/Baby Postpartum unit
• No call requirements

• Active KY or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: NRP, STABLE, and BLS
• Minimum 2 years of Level 2 Special Care Nursery or higher NICU experience required
• Ability to attend deliveries and initiate/run NRP resuscitation preferred
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration

• Provide specialized neonatal nursing care in a Special Care Level 2 Nursery setting
• Facility is a 295-bed acute care hospital serving an 11-county region with cardiac care and an accredited Spine Center
• Royal blue scrubs required (hospital-issued or OR scrubs); hoodies and sweatshirts are not permitted
• Weekly orientation held on Mondays
• Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered for travel assignment
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full-time while on assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-746069. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.