Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $1,948 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level III NICU position in Asheville, NC, requiring at least 2 years of Level III or higher NICU experience and NRP certification.

Details

• 51-bed Level III NICU within a children's hospital at an 815-bed acute care regional referral center for tertiary and quaternary care
• Night shift schedule: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, 1:3, or 1:4 depending on acuity
• Unit staffed with 18 RNs, 1 charge RN, and 2 RTs per shift
• Charting via Cerner EMR
• Every other weekend required
• Floating may be required to Peds, PICU, and Mother Baby (babies only)
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required
• NRP (Advanced 9th Edition, American Academy of Pediatrics card) required
• S.T.A.B.L.E. and NIC-RNC certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Level III or higher NICU experience required
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required for consideration
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• The facility is an HCA Healthcare facility and serves as the only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and children's hospital in western North Carolina
• Detail-oriented and organized candidates are the best fit for this unit
• Navy blue scrubs required
• First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded — contact your recruiter for eligibility details

American Traveler Job ID #P-724118. 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

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.