Travel NICU RN - $2,338 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in La Jolla, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 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 28, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level 3 NICU position requiring 3 years of NICU experience and a CA RN license. Details Work in a Level 3 NICU within a Children's Hospital setting Care for neonatal patients across gestational ages, including 34 weeks Patient ratio of 1:2-3 Uses Epic for charting Variable Day/Night 3x12 hour shifts (7:00-19:00 or 19:00-7:00) Must be available to work weekends with full flexibility, potentially 3 out of 4 weekends in a 4-week period No on-call requirements Required to float within the NICU to sister facilities including Rady Main Campus, Scripps Encinitas, Rancho Springs, Palomar, and Scripps Mercy Mid-shift floating may occasionally be required Will not float outside of NICU scope to other units Requirements Active CA RN license required (in hand or with confirmed ETA from licensing board) Current BLS and NRP certifications required Minimum 3 years of NICU Level 3 or higher experience required Epic charting experience required Delivery hospital experience preferred Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I experience preferred Skills in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, UAC/UVC management, and neonatal dosage calculations Experience with ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP), high frequency ventilation, and oscillators Experience with therapeutic hypothermia, APGAR scoring, and high-risk delivery attendance Additional Information Care for critically ill neonates including conditions such as respiratory distress syndrome, neonatal sepsis, and necrotizing enterocolitis Provide developmental care and support patient/family teaching including breastfeeding support Assist with procedures such as lumbar puncture and management of chest tubes Facility is a Magnet-designated, Teaching Hospital and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center Scrubs of any color permitted Free traveler parking available Must work 2 of 3 major holidays (including Eves), with Christmas required and either New Year's or Thanksgiving off Maximum RTO of 6 days First-time travelers accepted if candidate has strong NICU experience Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted Mileage reimbursement provided at IRS standard rate when floating to non-home-base facilities Former permanent staff must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before being eligible to travel Clinicians who are DNR status with CHOC will not be considered due to facility merger with Rady Children's Health American Traveler Job ID P-747340. 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.