Travel NICU RN - $2,538 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/18/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, rotating Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 18, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Level III NICU RN for a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center, requiring 2 years of NICU experience and a CT or compact RN license. Details Neonatal ICU (NICU) unit within a large academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center Average patient ratio of 1:2-4 Day shift (3x12, 7:00-19:00) or Night shift (3x12, 19:00-7:00) available 6-week block scheduling that generally does not alternate between day and night shifts within the same week, except during orientation Every other weekend required No on-call requirements Floating within scope required to meet facility needs Uses Epic charting system Requirements Active RN license (CT or Compact) required prior to start date Current BLS and NRP certifications required Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required, with Level III NICU experience strongly preferred Experience with IV therapy, starting and maintaining IVs required Central line and implanted line care experience required Phlebotomy skills required Experience with placement and management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal (OG/NG) tube feeds required One professional reference required for consideration Additional Information Care for critically ill neonatal patients in a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center setting Complete a pass/fail medication competency assessment during unit orientation, covering dosage calculations, the Five Rights of Medication Administration, and related skills Travelers should be prepared to independently perform medication calculations Requests for RTO up to 7 days can be auto-approved; requests beyond 7 days require additional approval Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted COVID vaccine and booster required unless religious or medical exemption applies First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted Previous perm staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler Travelers may be required to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities American Traveler Job ID P-750109. 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.