Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $1,902 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU RN for an 8-week travel contract requiring active CA RN licensure, BLS, Advanced NRP, and dual proficiency in both Cerner and Epic EMR systems.

Details

• Position is in a Neonatal ICU (NICU) setting
• Day shift schedule
• 8-week contract duration
• Epic conversion contract

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current BLS (American Heart Association) certification required
• Advanced NRP certification required
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• NICU specialty experience within the past 3 months required
• Proficiency in both Cerner and Epic EMR systems required, with a minimum of 6 months of Epic experience within the last 12 months
• Active, unrestricted RN license with no prior hits on license
• Two supervisor references required — one from the past year and one from within the past two years

Additional Information

• No RTO (time off requests) will be approved; candidates with more than 5 days of RTO will not be considered
• A specialty-specific skills checklist completed within the past year is required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-710746. 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.