Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,145 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• 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: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU RN for a 13-week travel contract in Seattle, WA, requiring a minimum of 3 years of Level III or IV NICU experience and proficiency with advanced neonatal respiratory support equipment.

Details

• Level III and IV NICU setting with 77 beds and an average daily census of 50
• Cares for neonates as young as 23–24 weeks gestation
• Performs or assists with high-risk deliveries and neonatal surgeries
• Skilled in CPAP/BiPAP, high-frequency ventilators, oscillators, and conventional vents (no ECMO)
• Additional procedures include blood/blood product administration, cardioversion/defibrillation, cooling/warming blankets, feeding tubes, PICC/central lines, and syringe pumps
• Patient ratio is 1:2
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00–19:30)
• Block scheduling is available for candidates who prefer to work 3 or more shifts consecutively
• Epic EMR (required)
• Floating between campuses within the state is expected; rare float to Issaquah or Edmonds Special Care Nursery or Pediatrics/Newborn Nursery (infants only if floated to Peds)

Requirements

• Active WA RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 3 years of NICU experience; Level III NICU experience for at least 3 years, or Level IV NICU experience for at least 2 years
• Proficiency with ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BiPAP/PEEP)
• Experience with IV therapy, blood and blood product administration, and central/implanted line care
• Experience with neonatal dosage calculations and emergency medications
• Experience with feeding methods (bottle, breast, gavage) and placement/management of oral, nasogastric, and nasojejunal tubes
• Experience with therapeutic hypothermia (cooling blanket)
• Epic EMR experience required
• 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty are required for consideration
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Travelers are not typically assigned to admitting babies, as a dedicated Admit Nurse handles that role
• Travelers who float to Pediatrics will only be assigned to infant patients
• Floating between all facilities within the state is expected; refusal to float may result in termination of the assignment
• Former permanent employees of any Providence-affiliated facility must have been separated from the health system for a minimum of 3 months and must not reside within 50 miles of the facility to be eligible
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Minimal RTO is strongly preferred for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.