Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,110 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Covington, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: May 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level III NICU travel position requiring delivery attendance experience and Epic proficiency, with a minimum of 3 years of NICU experience.

Details

• Hospital-based Level III NICU setting
• Patient ratios of 1:2-3 in the NICU; may float to the Normal Newborn Nursery (NOU) with ratios of 1:4-6
• Float requirement includes reassignment to the Normal Newborn Nursery (NOU)
• Patient population includes neonates requiring intensive care, as well as normal newborns
• Procedures include assisting with chest tube insertion, PICC/UAC/UVC placement, CBG/ABGs, intubations, nitric oxide administration, exchange transfusions, echocardiograms, EEGs, and x-rays
• Epic EMR experience required
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:45–19:15)
• Self-scheduling with every other weekend obligation
• Holiday coverage required for at least 1 major and 1 minor holiday per contract

Requirements

• Active LA RN license or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 3 years of Level III NICU nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must have delivery attendance experience and be willing to attend vaginal and C-section deliveries
• Proficiency in neonatal IV placement, lab draws, ventilator management, and central line management
• Experience with medication administration via IV, IM, SQ, ETT, OGT, NGT, oral, rectal, topical routes, and eye drops/ointment
• Experience with blood product administration
• Supervisor reference dated within the past 12 months required for consideration
• Copy of Driver's License required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include attending deliveries and assisting with newborn transition, admitting and discharging NICU and NOU patients, and coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team (NNP, MD, RN, Social Services, RT, Radiology, OT)
• Additional duties include parent education, breastfeeding support, and assisting with various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Grape/purple scrubs required
• RTO is limited to 5 days or fewer for the duration of the contract
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates
• Any previous permanent employee of an LCMC facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-703708. 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.