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Travel NICU RN - $2,234 per week

American Traveler

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Today
  • $2,234 Per Week

Highlights

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring Level III/IV high-risk delivery and ventilator experience. Cares for patients requiring phototherapy, therapeutic hypothermia (cooling blanket), and respiratory support including bubble CPAP.

Numbers & Facts

LocationLos Angeles, CA

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Los Angeles, California.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/30/2026
  • Duration: 15 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
  • Length: 15 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring Level III/IV high-risk delivery and ventilator experience.

Details

  • Level III NICU setting with 23 beds and an average census of 10
  • 1:3 nurse-to-patient ratio
  • Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
  • Neonatal patient population, primarily infants greater than 34 weeks gestation
  • Cares for patients requiring phototherapy, therapeutic hypothermia (cooling blanket), and respiratory support including bubble CPAP
  • Requires 4 weekend shifts (Friday/Saturday)
  • Option to be placed on call if not needed for scheduled shift
  • Floating required if needed
  • Royal blue scrubs required
  • Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

  • Active CA RN license required at time of submission
  • Minimum 2-3 years of NICU experience required, ideally in a Level III or IV unit with high-risk delivery and ventilator experience
  • AHA BLS, NRP, and STABLE certifications required
  • Experience with vents required
  • Skilled in IV therapy, blood and blood product administration, arterial line management, and central line care
  • Experience with neonatal feeding methods (bottle, breast, gavage) and NG/NJ tube placement/management
  • Teaching hospital experience preferred
  • References required for consideration

Additional Information

  • Provide specialized nursing care to neonates in a high-acuity NICU setting
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • Local candidates accepted at the travel rate
  • Return staff reviewed on a case-by-case basis
  • Facility is smoke and nicotine-free; candidates must arrive free of tobacco odor
  • RTO must be submitted with the initial application and cannot include any time off during the first two weeks of the assignment
  • Once RTO is submitted, changes are not permitted except to cancel requested time off
  • Candidates with license restrictions, disciplinary actions, or board investigations will not be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-760718. 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

About American Traveler

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.

 

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