Registered Nurse NICU

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• 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: Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level III NICU position requiring a CA RN license, NRP certification, and prior NICU experience.

Details

• Level III NICU setting caring for surgical neonates from 23 weeks gestation and up
• Patient population includes neonates less than 24-28 weeks with cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, infectious disease, neurologic, and respiratory needs
• Unit performs cooling therapy, all respiratory modes, PICC lines, bronchoscopy, LISA, VCUG, MRI, swallow studies, and line insertion procedures
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• No on-call responsibilities
• Every other weekend required
• Float to peds, PICU, and nursery as needed
• Charting system experience required (any EMR)

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of NICU experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Skilled in ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• Experience with arterial line management, central/implanted line care, UAC, and UVC
• Experience administering IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids
• Skilled in dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with neonatal feeding methods and oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tube placement and management
• Experience caring for neonatal abstinence syndrome patients
• Two supervisor references obtained within the past year required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU environment
• Manage complex respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological care needs for premature and surgical neonates
• Local candidates accepted at the local rate within a 50-mile radius
• Returning travelers must have a 1-year separation before being eligible to return
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday off approved per contract
• Holiday coverage includes New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Must be available to complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.