Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $3,098 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN - NICU for a 13-week travel assignment in Northern Nevada, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Level 3 NICU experience and the ability to manage vents, oscillators, and micro preemies.

Details

• Night shift position: 18:45–07:15, three 12-hour shifts per week (36 hrs/week)
• Level 3 NICU setting within a hospital environment
• Neonatal patient population ranging from 23 weeks gestation to 4 months of age
• Patients are primarily admitted from labor and delivery, including high-risk and emergency deliveries
• Conditions treated include extreme prematurity, respiratory distress syndrome, sepsis, hypoglycemia, congenital anomalies, seizures, and meconium aspiration syndrome
• Services provided include noninvasive nasal CPAP, mechanical ventilation, High Frequency Oscillation, and nitric oxide inhalation therapy

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted NV RN license required (no pending licenses accepted)
• Current certifications required: BLS (AHA only), NRP, and STABLE
• Minimum 2 years of NICU Level 3 experience in a U.S. hospital required (3+ years preferred)
• Proficiency with ventilators, oscillators, vasopressors, and care of micro preemies required
• Valid U.S. SSN required
• Date of birth required for consideration
• Two manager or supervisor references preferred, verifying experience within the previous 12 months, with at least one from the most recent employer

Additional Information

• Nurses respond to neonatal emergencies, attend all C-sections and high-risk deliveries, and provide assessment and immediate care to newborns post-delivery
• Bedside procedures include peripheral IV insertion, septic workups, intubations, percutaneous catheter insertions, parenteral therapy, blood product administration, bronchopulmonary hygiene, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring
• Parent teaching is a component of the nursing role on this unit
• Most diagnostic services are provided at the bedside
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this travel position
• CPI certification is mandated for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-708658. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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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