Travel NICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level IV NICU position requiring 2+ years of NICU IV experience and recent trach/vent skills.

• Level IV NICU setting within a children's hospital providing the highest level of care for premature and critically ill newborns
• 70 beds dedicated to Neonatal ICU within a 323-bed teaching, Level 1 Trauma Center
• Patient population includes neonates from 34 weeks gestation
• Various patient ratios depending on acuity, most commonly 1:2 (also 1:1, 1:3, and rarely 1:4)
• 4x12 hour Day (7:00-19:30) or Night (19:00-7:30) shifts with rotation required every 3-4 weeks (not within the same week)
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• No on-call requirements
• Will float within scope to other critical care units including PICU and CICU, with cross-training as needed
• Uses Cerner charting system

• Active DC RN license required; must apply within 24-48 hours of signing if not already active
• MD/VA compact or state license also required
• Current BLS certification required; NRP and PALS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Level IV NICU experience required (2+ years of NICU IV experience preferred)
• Recent tracheostomy and ventilator management experience required (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, and administration of blood/blood products
• Experience with emergency medications, IV vasopressors, antibiotics/antivirals
• Skilled in blood glucose monitoring and phototherapy
• Experience with feedings (bottle, breast, gavage) and placement/management of NG/NJ tubes
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and sepsis work-up
• Experience with breastfeeding support and handling of breast milk
• Experience with colostomy/ileostomy management preferred
• No prior background or license hits allowed, with no exemptions accepted

• Coordinate care for complex conditions including congenital heart defects, ECMO, respiratory distress/failure, pulmonary hypertension, renal disorders, and sepsis/septic shock
• Facility offers full range of pediatric medical and surgical subspecialists and pediatric anesthesiologists on site
• Complex surgical procedures performed to repair congenital or acquired conditions
• Scrubs may be any color but must be logo-free and child-friendly
• No age cutoff for patients when floating to other critical care units
• Local candidates accepted with no mileage restriction at the same bill rate
• Pending DC license accepted for consideration with proof of application and pending license number; active license required prior to start date
• RTO limited to no more than 7 days; missed full-week RTO must be made up at the end of the contract
• No RTO permitted after initial offer
• Returning travelers must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-748010. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.