Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• Duration:
  14 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: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neonatal ICU night shift position requiring Illinois RN licensure, BLS, and NRP certification.

• Work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of a hospital setting
• Night shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts (36 hours per week)
• 13-week assignment
• Weekend and holiday shifts required per rotation
• No on-call requirements
• No floating requirements
• Uses Epic EMR for charting
• Monitors intake and output for neonatal patient assignments
• Assists mothers with breastfeeding initiation and baby-friendly care practices
• Administers medications using bar code scanning technology

• Active Illinois RN license in good standing (temporary license accepted)
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Current NRP certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant nursing experience
• ASN required, BSN preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required

• Serve as a professional caregiver responsible for a designated group of neonatal patients
• Complete initial assessments upon admission and develop individualized plans of care
• Implement and modify nursing interventions based on continuous patient evaluation
• Report on patient assignments during multi-disciplinary rounds
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date nursing documentation
• Participate in professional development and peer feedback
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible; local candidates will not be considered
• RTO not to exceed 7 total days per 13-week contract
• Contingent workers may not work continuously for more than 1 year at this health system without a 6-month break in service before returning

American Traveler Job  #P-765187. 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.