Travel Registered Nurse NICU

Overview

Registered Nurse – NICU travel assignment in Westwood, New Jersey. Level II NICU, 5-bed unit, caring for neonates including 29–34 weeks.

Start date:

09/15/2026. Travel assignment lasting several weeks.

Shift: 3x12-hour nights. Weekly pay: $1,615–$1,721 per week. Guaranteed hours: none. This position requires weekend coverage and may include floating to Baby Nurse as needed.

Employment type:

travel - temporary assignment, staffed through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

• Weekly pay range: $1,615–$1,721 per week
• Travel assignment duration: several weeks
• Shift: 3x12-hour nights
• Start date:
  
  09/15/2026
• Unit:
  Level II NICU (5-bed) with neonatal care
• Weekend coverage required and onsite orientation

• Deliver direct neonatal nursing care in a Level II NICU, addressing the needs of a (1:2) patient ratio when appropriate.
• Monitor and support respiratory status using Bubble CPAP, HFNC, and ventilator modes; respond to changes in respiratory status.
• Administer medications and therapies, perform phototherapy, manage thermoregulation, and support gavage/NG/OG feedings.
• Establish and maintain vascular access (IVs; UAC/UVC where applicable); provide line care and infection control.
• Assist with procedures and interventions such as APGAR scoring, suctioning, surfactant administration, and family teaching.
• Document care in the electronic charting system (Epic), coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and communicate effectively with families.

• License:
  State or Compact nursing license must be in hand at time of submittal (active RN license in the appropriate jurisdiction).
• Certifications:
  
  BLS and NRP or NRP Advanced; STABLE certification listed in job notes.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2 years NICU experience; travel experience preferred; previous charge experience not specified.
• Skills:
  
  Strong neonatal clinical skills, ability to work in a 5-bed Level II NICU, and be eligible to float to Baby Nurse as needed.
• Documentation:
  Epic charting experience required.

• Competitive weekly pay
• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Fast credentialing
• Nationwide assignments
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment
• Housing assistance
• Extension opportunities
• Referral bonus up to $1,000 (where applicable)

Please note:

Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs
, allied health travel assignments
, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.