Travel Level II NICU RN - $2,337 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/14/2026
• 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: Jul 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Level II NICU position in Walnut Creek, CA, requiring a CA RN license and a minimum of 2 years of recent NICU experience including comfort with Level III neonates.

Details

• 13-week assignment in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Level II NICU setting with exposure to Level III neonates required
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Hospital-based setting in Walnut Creek, CA
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV) experience preferred

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent NICU experience required
• Comfort and experience caring for Level III neonates required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Two clinical references from the last two places of employment required for consideration, covering the last year of employment from a leadership role (Nurse Manager, Director, or Charge Nurse)
• 7-year employment history required, with explanations provided for any gaps exceeding 30 days
• Current skills checklist (valid within the last year) required for consideration
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred

Additional Information

• Candidates on a temporary or provisional license must disclose this status
• Local candidates are accepted; a 50-mile radius applies for the travel pay rate
• Orientation dates available in mid-June or mid-July

American Traveler Job ID #P-716216. 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 - NICU - Level II

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.

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