Travel NICU RN - $2,054 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Charlottesville, Virginia. 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, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 28, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 4 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced Level III/IV NICU RN for a night shift travel contract requiring VA/compact RN license, BLS, and NRP certifications. Details Work in a Level III/IV Neonatal ICU setting 13-week travel assignment Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM) Accepts 36 or 48 hour weekly commitments Patient ratio of 1:3 Uses Epic charting system Required to work 3 weekends within each 6-week scheduling period Every other holiday coverage required Floating required within scope of practice as needed Requirements Active VA or compact RN license required (pending license accepted, must be in hand by the Wednesday before start date) Current BLS and NRP certifications required in-hand at time of consideration Dr. Brown's Infant Driven Feeding Certificate required (can be pending, cost of $200) Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required Epic EMR experience required BSN preferred Experience with neonatal-specific skills including UAC/UVC line management, high frequency ventilation, therapeutic hypothermia, nitric oxide therapy, and neonatal dosage calculations Skilled in ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP), central/implanted line care, and IV therapy including vasopressors Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation and management Experience assisting with lumbar puncture and post-abdominal surgery care Two professional references required for consideration Additional Information Provide comprehensive neonatal intensive care to critically ill infants requiring advanced respiratory and cardiovascular support Time off cannot be approved during the first two weeks of the assignment Time off cannot be approved for Labor Day weekend Maximum of 40 hours of requested time off per 13-week contract, must be disclosed at time of consideration Any vacation time planned between offer acceptance and start date must be disclosed to allow for appropriate start date planning No radius rule applies to this position Local candidates are accepted First-time travelers are not preferred for this position Previous UVA Health permanent staff or internal/external travelers must have 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days at this facility Travelers are not eligible to return after reaching 365 total assignment days regardless of time away Specialty-specific orientation modules completed during onboarding, recorded in Workday American Traveler Job ID P-745410. 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.