Travel Registered Nurse NICU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – NICU (Level II NICU) in Everett, WA, United States. Specialty: Neonatal Intensive Care. Start date 07/27/2026 for a travel assignment lasting several weeks. Weekly pay range: $1,786–$1,798. Guaranteed hours: none. Shift: 3x12 Nights. Hospital setting with a Level II NICU unit caring for neonates 22 weeks gestation and greater.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,786–$1,798 per week
- Guaranteed hours: none
- Duration: Travel assignment lasting several weeks
- Shift: 3x12 Nights
- Start date: 07/27/2026
- Setting: Hospital NICU, Level II unit

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for neonates in a Level II NICU, including gestational age 22 weeks and greater, assessing status and responding to changes.
- Monitor vitals, perform routine neonatal assessments, manage respiratory support and ventilation alongside the multidisciplinary team; assist with ROP exams as needed.
- Administer medications and provide feeding/nutrition support within established protocols; participate in daily rounds with the NICU team; ensure accurate documentation in EPIC.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners (RT, PT, pharmacy, radiology, social services) and coordinate care to support families and newborn outcomes; respond to rapid responses and emergencies per unit policy.
- Maintain appropriate patient-to-nurse ratios (approx. 1:3) for days, nights, and weekends; float to the Family Maternity Center/Postpartum area for newborn care as required.
- Adhere to infection control practices, participate in unit orientation and ongoing annual training, and support ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements
- Active registered nurse license in Washington state or a valid compact license
- BCLS (BLS) and NRP certification required
- Minimum 2 years of Level III NICU experience; travel experience required; prior charge experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to care for neonates >=22 weeks gestation; EPIC charting experience
- Willingness to float within NICU skill set and participate in 24-hour orientation; ability to work the required weekend/holiday schedule
- COVID-19 vaccine not required

Benefits and Support
- Orientation: 24 hours
- Parking: facility-paid
- Assignment support and on-site coordination provided during travel
- System-wide access to resources and nursing leadership for questions and guidance
- Clear path for compliance documentation and reference management during deployment

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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

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