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Travel Registered Nurse NICU Job

Healthforce

Lodi, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Cell Biology, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Discharge Plans, Healthcare, Hospital, Infection Control, Intensive Care, Logistics, Long-Term Care, Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse (NIC), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Neonatology, Nursing, Onboarding, Outpatient Care, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Registered Nurse (RN), Standards of Care, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Travel Planning
LOCATION
Lodi, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Overview
Registered Nurse – NICU travel assignment in a high-acuity neonatal intensive care unit (Level III or IV per AAP). Start date: 06/15/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,894–$1,999 per week. Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts. This is a travel (temporary assignment) role in a hospital-level unit dedicated to neonates requiring intensive monitoring and specialized care.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $1,894–$1,999 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (3x12)
- Start date: 06/15/2026
- Setting: Neonatal ICU with Level III/IV designation per AAP
- Travel assignment with dedicated support

Responsibilities
- Deliver coordinated nursing care for neonates or an assigned group of patients using established standards of care and the nursing process.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while supervising and directing activities of various levels of nursing staff.
- Coordinate care with other disciplines, using critical thinking, professional judgment, and independent actions.
- Monitor for changes in patient condition, respond promptly, document accurately, and ensure safety and infection control practices.
- Provide family education and support, discharge planning, and smooth handoffs during shift changes.

Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in the United States.
- Neonatal ICU experience in a Level III or Level IV NICU setting preferred.
- Ability to work nights and perform 12-hour shift rotations.
- Strong critical thinking, clinical judgment, and communication skills.
- Comfort working in a high-acuity neonatal environment and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support to assist with onboarding, credentialing, and placement logistics
- Fast credentialing processes to minimize time to start
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
- Potential housing options and travel-related resources (subject to program availability)
- Extension opportunities for continued assignments based on performance and unit needs

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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.

About Healthforce

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.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

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

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

What Makes Healthforce Different

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

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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.

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Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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