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Travel NICU RN - $2,684 per week

American Traveler

  • Newark, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • $2,684 Per Week

Highlights

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Newark, New Jersey. American Traveler is hiring a NICU RN for a Level III unit requiring 2+ years of NICU experience and NJ or compact RN licensure.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNewark, NJ

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Newark, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/05/2026
  • 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: Oct 5, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a NICU RN for a Level III unit requiring 2+ years of NICU experience and NJ or compact RN licensure.

Details

  • Level III NICU providing neurologic care for neonatal abstinence syndrome and treating neonates 29-34 weeks and >34 weeks
  • Patient ratios of 1:1-3, with 1:4 in the IMCU
  • Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00pm-7:30am)
  • Every other weekend (Sat/Sun) required, subject to change based on need
  • Must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays per unit needs
  • Floating required to NBN, Peds, and PICU within skillset, with assignments based on patient volume and acuity
  • Will not attend high-risk deliveries or be assigned Level IV, ECMO, or fresh post-op patients
  • EPIC and Crib Notes charting systems used

Requirements

  • Active NJ or Compact RN license required
  • Current BLS and NRP certifications required; PALS preferred
  • 2+ years of NICU experience required
  • Experience administering blood products, starting/maintaining IVs, and neonatal dosage calculations required
  • Medication management experience with anti-seizure drugs, antibiotics/antivirals, and steroids required
  • Cardiovascular monitoring/telemetry experience required
  • Experience with vents, intubated patients, HFNC, and oxygen delivery systems required
  • Experience managing respiratory distress required
  • Breastfeeding support, colostomy/ileostomy care, and enteral feeding/tube placement experience required
  • Glucose monitoring, insulin administration, and phototherapy experience required
  • Developmental care, patient/family teaching, infection control, and isolation precautions experience required
  • Sepsis workup experience required
  • EPIC charting experience preferred

Additional Information

  • Provide comprehensive neonatal intensive care including cardiovascular, respiratory, and gastrointestinal support
  • Deliver developmental care and patient/family education
  • Navy blue scrubs required
  • Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2 weeks
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • Local candidates accepted at the same rate
  • Former RWJBarnabas Health employees (full-time or PRN) must be separated from the system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-751907. 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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