Travel Registered Nurse NICU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse - NICU (Travel) is available for a 13-week assignment in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. This travel position begins on 08/24/2026, offers a weekly pay range of $2,154 to $2,192 per week, and requires 12-hour day shifts on a 3x12 schedule. The role is in a neonatal intensive care unit operating within an inpatient care setting and emphasizes advanced neonatal care for late preterm and term infants with health concerns. Guaranteed hours are not guaranteed. This assignment requires specific MA licensing and agency staffing credentials uploaded up front, as described in the notes. RTO requests must be supplied at submission and will be limited to five days; no scheduling changes after an offer. Local travel restrictions apply.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,154-$2,192 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 3x per week
- Start date: 08/24/2026
- Setting: NICU in an inpatient care environment
- Travel assignment with Healthforce Healthcare LLC

Responsibilities
- Provide direct, evidence-based nursing care to neonates in a Level 1B NICU setting, including monitoring, stabilization, and ongoing assessment of newborns with health issues.
- Apply respiratory support as needed, manage TTN and related mild breathing problems, and utilize high-flow nasal cannula when indicated.
- Implement ESC (Eat, Sleep, Console) care principles, support transition to stable feeding and sleep cycles, and coordinate with the care team for infant needs.
- Use the Meditech Expanse electronic medical record system for documentation, orders, and communication with physicians, therapists, and families.
- Participate in rounds, contribute to care planning, and ensure safe medication administration and infection control practices.
- Document and report changes in patient status promptly, escalate concerns, and engage families in education and discharge planning.

Requirements
- Active Massachusetts RN license (must be uploaded with profile)
- Massachusetts Temporary Nursing Service Agency License (Nursing Pool) required and must be uploaded at submission
- Minimum 2 years of NICU experience, specifically Level 1B NICU or higher
- BLS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification (AHA or ARC acceptable)
- Meditech Expanse experience preferred; ESC experience required; TTN and High Flow NC experience required
- Must have own vehicle and a permanent address listed in profile; travelers must reside beyond 50 miles of the assignment location
- RTO requests must be included at submission; demonstrate ability to work in an NICU environment and comply with unit protocols

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Dedicated support from onboarding through assignment completion
- Extension opportunities if available
- Housing assistance programs (where offered) and fast credentialing pathways
- Nationwide assignments available through the organization

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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.
About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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