Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Level IV NICU position requiring 2+ years of Level III-IV NICU experience and a WA or compact RN license.

• Work in a 70-bed Level IV NICU within a 152-bed Level II children's hospital, with a typical census of around 50
• NICU is part of a Pediatric Hospital attached to the adult hospital, featuring high-risk labor and delivery and private patient rooms
• Overflow coverage of the Level II Nursery for feeders/growers
• Patient population includes premature infants down to 22 weeks gestation, RDS, high-risk deliveries, feeders/growers, and NAS cases
• Surgical and HIE (Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy) patient experience preferred
• 12-hour night shifts, either  or , 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required, with rare back-to-back weekends
• Floating required to Med Surg or PICU for patients age 1 and under, or as Helping Hands
• No on-call responsibilities
• Uses Epic EMR
• Block scheduling possible but not guaranteed

• Active WA state or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Level III-IV NICU experience required
• Required skills:
  
  respiratory support for ventilators, G-tubes, NG/OG tubes, NCPAP, UAC/UVC management, PICC lines, medication administration, care plan development, and discharge planning to home
• Trach experience highly preferred but not required
• Prior travel nursing experience strongly preferred

• Provide comprehensive NICU nursing care across a range of high-acuity neonatal conditions
• Candidates should have a friendly, collaborative attitude suited to a team-based NICU environment
• Any scrub color permitted
• First-time travelers will be considered, though travel experience is strongly preferred

American Traveler Job  #P-764880. 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.