Travel NICU RN - $2,361 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/02/2026 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: Nov 2, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring a NICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring NRP and BLS certification along with prior NICU experience. Details Acute care NICU setting with 34 beds Patient population includes neonates as young as 24 weeks gestation No surgical services, cooling, or ECMO performed on this unit Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3-4 depending on acuity 12-hour night shift schedule with weekends as needed Floating to Post Partum as needed Uses EPIC EMR Uses Phillips cardiac monitors and Drager 500 ventilators Administers drips including insulin and dopamine Schedule is built in 6-week blocks and posted two weeks in advance Unit has a dedicated charge nurse each shift, with night shift charge traveler opportunities available 24/7 respiratory therapy support and NICU PICC team available In-house neonatologist coverage 8 hours per day, 7 days a week, with advanced practice providers available 24/7 Pharmacy coverage 8 hours per day, 7 days a week, with house pharmacy support after hours Requirements Active WA state or Compact RN license required BLS and NRP certifications required Minimum 2 years of RN experience required EPIC EMR experience preferred Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility Copy of driver's license required for consideration Additional Information Provide direct nursing care to neonatal ICU patients across varying acuity levels Facility-specific floor orientation provided Holiday coverage required Scrub color requirements vary by staff Candidates must not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year Candidates previously employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered First-time travelers may be considered American Traveler Job ID P-766829. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.