Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $3,124 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 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: Sep 28, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 5 Description American Traveler is hiring a Level III/IV RN for a Neonatal ICU position requiring OH or Compact RN license and extensive floating capability across multiple campuses and units. Details Works in the Neonatal ICU (NICU) caring for neonates ranging from less than 24 weeks to over 34 weeks gestational age, including infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) requiring extended stays of 2-3 years Night shift schedule, 4x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00 13-week assignment length Uses Epic charting system Required to float to PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, medical-surgical units, and rarely to the ED Required to float to the BPD NICU with frequent trach care and heavy parent involvement Required to float to other campuses including OH Health Riverside, Mount Carmel St. Ann's, OH Health Grant Medical, OH Health Dublin Methodist, and OH Health Doctors Hospital Requirements Active OH or Compact RN license required in hand Current BLS and NRP certifications required; PALS preferred Minimum 1 year of Level IV NICU experience required Minimum 2 years total Level III/IV NICU experience required Epic charting system experience required Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager or supervisor (charge nurse references not accepted) Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, UAC/UVC care, and central line care Experience with neonatal dosage calculations and administration of emergency medications, vasopressors, antibiotics, and steroids Experience with ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP), high frequency ventilation, and oscillators Experience with therapeutic hypothermia (cooling blanket) and seizure disorder management Experience attending high-risk deliveries and managing neonatal sepsis and respiratory distress syndrome Additional Information Provide comprehensive NICU nursing care including respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurologic, and infectious disease management for neonatal patients Support high-risk deliveries and manage complex conditions such as necrotizing enterocolitis, gastroschisis/omphalocele, and neonatal abstinence syndrome Assist with procedures including lumbar punctures and ICP monitoring Floating to different units and campuses is a significant requirement and point of emphasis for this facility Candidates must not have worked in a permanent role for this health system within the past 2 years Local candidates are not permitted within a 60-mile radius of the facility Two-part interview process includes an initial screening with the Float Pool Leader followed by a possible second interview with the NICU unit manager American Traveler Job ID P-727937. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.