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NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Level III Travel Nursing Contract

Join a dedicated neonatal care team as a NICU Registered Nurse in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to care for critically ill and premature newborns in an acute-care, Level III NICU while collaborating with experienced nurses and providers in a supportive clinical environment.

Fort Wayne is a welcoming northeastern Indiana community known for its family-friendly atmosphere, cultural attractions, convenient access to parks, and outdoor recreation.

Travel NICU Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250–$2,370
• Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel Registered Nurse contract
• Assignment Dates: November 2, 2026 – February 1, 2027
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Unit: 31-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with typical 1:1 or 1:2 patient ratios
• Documentation and Medication Systems: EPIC and Pyxis
• Orientation: Mandatory 8-hour orientation days scheduled Monday through Friday during week one and Monday through Tuesday during week two

NICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent Level III NICU nursing experience
• Current Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license, or eligibility for licensure prior to assignment
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Strong neonatal assessment, critical-thinking, and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and complete all required orientation days

Travel NICU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to premature, critically ill, and medically complex neonates
• Monitor neonatal patient status, recognize changes in condition, and promptly communicate concerns to the care team
• Administer medications and treatments safely while following neonatal-specific protocols
• Perform comprehensive assessments, maintain accurate documentation in EPIC, and coordinate individualized plans of care
• Collaborate with neonatologists, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Support families through education, communication, and compassionate bedside care
• Maintain a safe and organized clinical environment and follow unit policies and infection-prevention standards
• Float to age-appropriate pediatric or PICU assignments when required

Apply now for this Level III NICU travel nursing opportunity in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and join a team dedicated to excellent neonatal patient care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.