Travel NICU RN - $2,462 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU RN with Level III/IV experience to provide specialized neonatal care on night shift.

Details

• Level III NICU setting caring for neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above, including those under 24-28 weeks
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00-7:30
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• Documentation performed in EPIC
• Medication administration via Pyxis system, including IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team including NPs, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of NICU experience required
• Prior experience in Level III and Level IV NICU settings required
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Proficient in gastrointestinal feeding methods and management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tubes
• Experience with IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, and umbilical artery/vein catheter management
• Experience managing ventilator settings (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• Experience with neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a Manager/Director or Supervisor; Charge RN acceptable for second reference; no coworker references accepted

Additional Information

• Provide specialized neonatal care focused on respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and infectious disease management
• Perform specialized procedures including arterial line management, central line care, and UAC/UVC management
• Utilize SBAR communication method to ensure effective interaction with healthcare providers and families
• Care for neonates with conditions such as respiratory distress, glucose management issues, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions
• Locals are accepted at the same rate
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at this health system
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to urgent credentialing timelines
• First-time travelers are not being considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-767429. 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

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