Travel Neonatal ICU RN - $2,329 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• 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 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neonatal ICU position at a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and teaching hospital, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Level 3 and/or Level 4 NICU experience.

Details

• 53-bed NICU unit with an average patient census of 58, plus overflow capacity, located within a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and teaching hospital
• High-acuity neonatal patient population with complex respiratory (RDS, TTN, MAS, BPD), cardiac (TOF, VSD, HLHS, PPHN, PDA), neurological (seizures, IVH, HIE), and GI/GU/multisystem diagnoses including NEC, NAS, sepsis, and congenital anomalies
• Patient ratios vary by acuity: 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3
• Specialized procedures and equipment include ventilator and trach management, CRRT, ECMO (baby side), EVDs, Camino ICP monitoring, vasoactive drip titration, invasive line management (ART/CVP), chest tubes, epidurals, PCAs, HOFV, and g-tube/j-tube management
• EMR: Epic (experience required); IV pumps: Alaris and Medfusion syringe pumps; monitors: Philips; medication dispensing: Omnicell; additional equipment includes PIV ultrasound and Tecotherm
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM (badge in 6:45 AM–7:15 PM), 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation required: 2 Fridays and 2 Mondays plus every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) within each 6-week scheduling cycle
• Floating may be required to Neonatal PCU or General Peds units (Pediatric CVICU, PICU, general peds) as a helping hand, unless the candidate has prior experience in those populations
• No on-call requirements for travelers; if the NICU cannot utilize a traveler, they may be floated to similar units

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS and NRP
• Minimum 2 years of Level 3 and/or Level 4 NICU experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Must be comfortable in a high-acuity, fast-paced NICU environment
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with vasoactive drip titration, invasive line management, ventilator/trach care, and neonatal critical care procedures required
• CRRT and ECMO (baby side) experience preferred; EVD and ICP monitoring experience also preferred (manager has shown flexibility on these specific skills)
• 1 professional reference dated within the past year required, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Candidate's permanent address must be located at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted

Additional Information

• Provide high-acuity neonatal nursing care including bedside procedures, sedation and analgesic drip management, aseptic and sterile technique, and coordination with a multidisciplinary team
• Robust departmental support includes a unit secretary, charge nurse, IV/VAT/PICC team, resource nurse, RT, intensivist, residents, APPs, centralized and bedside telemetry monitoring, unit-based educators (AM and PM), and 6 clinical supervisors — all available 24/7
• Orientation consists of the NEO program plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Scheduling is managed on a 6-week cycle based on unit needs; shift dates are provided by the Clinical Supervisor after the core team schedule is finalized
• Holiday coverage is required; travelers are expected to work the day of, and the evening and/or day after, every other holiday while contracted
• RTO requires manager approval; candidates with significant time-off needs may be asked to extend their contract to accommodate
• Scrub color: solid navy; long-sleeve undershirts must be solid navy or white; pediatric-friendly scrub tops required; no tight scrubs or other organizational branded attire
• "Bare Below Elbow" policy is enforced in nurseries — no watches, jewelry (permanent or plastic), or artificial nails
• First-time travelers are considered on a case-by-case basis with manager approval, depending on current staffing
• Candidates who have held a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered
• Free parking is available on-site

American Traveler Job ID #P-730528. 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.