Travel NICU RN - $2,769 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Greenville, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Level III/IV NICU position requiring at least 1 year of NICU experience, Epic proficiency, and an active SC or compact RN license.

Details

• Night shift position working 4x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30) with no on-call, or 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30) with a minimum of one 12-hour call shift bi-weekly
• Every other weekend coverage required, subject to change based on unit need
• Floating to other NICU units or facilities within the health system may be required based on census needs; float assignments are limited to areas where competency has been established
• Patient population includes neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above with diagnoses including HIE, RDS, NEC, sepsis, drug exposure/withdrawal, diaphragmatic hernia, myelomeningocele, TEF, duodenal atresia, gastroschisis/omphalocele, and ROP
• Patient ratio is 1:2
• Specialized procedures include full body cooling, chest tube management, tracheostomy management, surgical anomaly recovery (excluding cardiac), and Avastin administration/laser eye surgery support
• Specialized equipment includes Arctic Sun, BlanketRoll, Jet Ventilator, HFOV, Draeger Ventilator, HFNC, Bubble CPAP, Alaris pumps, Philips central monitoring, B Braun and Infinity feeding pumps, Atom and GE Dual Incubators, Draeger Caleos, radiant warmers, external shunts, and ostomy supplies
• EMR: Epic (minimum 1 year of experience required)
• Medication system: Pyxis/Omnicell

Requirements

• Active SC RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP, and STABLE
• Minimum 1 year of recent NICU experience required
• Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• NICU Level III experience required; Level IV experience preferred
• Proficiency in neonatal skills including UAC/UVC management, therapeutic hypothermia, high-frequency ventilation, Bubble CPAP, HFNC, tracheostomy care, chest tube management, arterial line management, central line care, and neonatal dosage calculations
• Must reside more than 100 miles from all facilities within the health system to be eligible for this position
• Driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide complex neonatal nursing care to critically ill neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above across a wide range of surgical and medical diagnoses
• Pre-assignment testing and online modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials; modules are completed prior to start and reviewed annually
• Orientation is held every Monday
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Travelers who have worked three consecutive 13-week contracts (39 weeks) with this health system must either convert to employee status or take a minimum six-month break before returning as a traveler
• Two professional references are required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-736346. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.