Travel NICU RN - $1,644 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 10/26/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Oct 26, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Newborn Nursery role requiring postpartum experience and the ability to manage patients independently at a 1:5-6 ratio. Details Women's Services/Postpartum unit with 40 beds and 47 total staff members Newborn Nursery position with NICU-capable requirements and on-call responsibilities Patient ratios of 1:5 or 1:6 Uses bladder scanner, doppler, breast pump, glucometer, and vital sign machine EMR systems include CPN and Meditech Shift runs 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM over a 13-week assignment Requires 3 weekends per schedule period Unit primarily cares for postpartum mothers with occasional antepartum patients Requirements Active TX or compact RN license required Minimum 2 years of experience required, including Level 4 NICU experience Postpartum experience required Ability to manage patient load independently at a 1:5-6 ratio Antepartum patient experience preferred Familiarity with CPN and Meditech systems preferred Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Advanced 9th Edition certification required No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months US SSN and DOB required for consideration Additional Information Perform maternal assessments and manage admission and discharge processes Coordinate patient education regarding postpartum care and follow-up Provide postpartum pain management Navy blue scrub color required Strong collaboration skills and a team-player mindset are valued Calm, flexible, and responsive demeanor needed in a fast-paced environment Proactive communication with interdisciplinary team expected Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates are not accepted American Traveler Job ID P-771744. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Mother Baby - Newborn Nursery 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.