Travel Registered Nurse NICU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – NICU, travel assignment in Lodi, CA. Start date 11/09/2026 for a 13-week assignment. Weekly pay range $2,302–$2,322 per week. Guaranteed hours not provided. Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (36 hours per week). Work setting: hospital with a neonatal intensive care unit.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,302–$2,322 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts
- Start date: 11/09/2026
- Work setting: hospital NICU
- Type: Travel - temporary assignment
- Assignment support and credentialing assistance

Responsibilities
- Deliver coordinated nursing care to neonates in the NICU according to established standards and the nursing process.
- Monitor and document patient status, including vitals, labs, auras of change, and response to therapies.
- Supervise and direct activities of nursing staff at multiple levels, coordinating with other disciplines as part of the care team.
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and support services to implement treatment plans and escalate concerns promptly.
- Maintain high standards of infection control, medication administration, and patient safety; contribute to rounds and care planning.
- Provide family-centered care, educate families about care plans, and support them through the neonatal hospitalization.

Requirements
- Current RN license or eligibility to practice as an RN in the applicable jurisdiction.
- NICU experience or demonstrated competency in neonatal care preferred.
- Ability to work nights and 12-hour shifts; comfortable in a high-acuity, fast-paced setting.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills; effective communication and teamwork.
- Proficiency with electronic health records and standard nursing documentation.
- Ability to adhere to NICU protocols, workflows, and safety practices.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Housing assistance
- Extension opportunities
- Fast credentialing
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.