Travel NICU RN - $2,322 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/16/2026 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: Nov 16, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Level III/IV NICU RN with 2 years of NICU experience and NM/compact licensure for a 13-week assignment at a Level I trauma teaching children's hospital. Details Level III/IV NICU setting within a teaching, Level I trauma children's hospital Cares for neonates ranging from Mixed acuity unit requiring ability to manage Level 4 NICU acuity patients Typical patient ratio is 1:3, with occasional 1:4 during surge periods Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 7:00 AM-7:30 PM 12 weekend shifts required per contract No on-call requirements Floating required within scope to Peds ICU, Level II NICU, and MBU Uses Cerner charting system Scrub color is black Requirements Active RN license (NM or compact) required, pending license accepted BLS and NRP certifications required Minimum 2 years of Level III NICU experience required Proficiency with IV vasopressors, High Frequency Ventilation, High Flow Nasal Cannula, Respiratory Distress Syndrome management, and ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP) required Cerner charting experience required Teaching hospital experience preferred Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to neonates across a range of gestational ages and acuity levels Must work 2 of the 3 holiday bundles: Thanksgiving & the day after, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, or New Year's Eve & New Year's Day No RTO for December starts Requests for RTO greater than 7 days require approval COVID vaccination is optional, but candidates must upload vaccine series or submit a declination due to facility reporting requirements First-time travelers are welcome to apply No local candidates within 100 miles of the facility A 6-month system break is required after 1 year or 4 consecutive assignments, whichever comes first Former staff must have a 12-month separation before returning American Traveler Job ID P-772729. 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.