Travel Nurse RN - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Austin, TX

Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary night shift team including charge nurses, team leads, transport nurses, RTs, and unit assistants. Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care in a Newborn Nursery setting with NICU-level capability.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Newborn Nursery / NICU

Location

Austin, Texas

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite | On-Call Required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a Newborn Nursery setting with NICU-level capability
• Manage patient ratios ranging from 1:1 to 4:1 depending on acuity
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment including isolettes, ventilators, feeding pumps, IV pumps, and breast pumps
• Document patient care accurately using Meditech and CPN EMR systems
• Fulfill on-call requirements and complete 4 weekend shifts per schedule
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary night shift team including charge nurses, team leads, transport nurses, RTs, and unit assistants

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of 2 years of NICU experience
• Ability to work night shift hours (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Willingness to fulfill on-call and weekend shift requirements
• Proficiency with NICU-specific equipment and technology

Preferred Experience / Skills

• 2 or more years of Level 4 NICU experience
• Experience working in a high-census unit (65+ beds) with a large multidisciplinary team
• Adaptability and positive attitude in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Strong team-oriented approach to patient care

Why Join Us

• Work within a large, well-staffed NICU unit with access to advanced equipment and technology in a supportive team environment
• Potential for permanent placement opportunities on the unit following the contract assignment