Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,799 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU RN for a night shift travel contract requiring a NM or compact RN license and NRP certification.

Details

• Work setting is a hospital-based NICU
• Night shift schedule: 4x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• 4 weekend shifts required per 6-week period
• Floating is required
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Requirements

• Active NM or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 1–2 years of NICU experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• No travel pairs or groups will be considered
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year before being eligible to return as a traveler
• No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• First-time travelers should check position details for eligibility

American Traveler Job ID #P-716821. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.