Travel NICU RN - $2,074 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP 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: Aug 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a NICU Level II position requiring BLS and NRP certifications along with a NM or compact RN license. Details Work in a Level II NICU (Special Care) unit on the 2nd floor of a hospital setting 12-bed unit caring for a neonatal patient population Patient ratios maintained per NANN standards Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM Rotating weekend hours required, working every other weekend No on-call requirements Floating to L&D required for well baby couplet care only Required to attend all high-risk deliveries and Cesarean sections 13-week assignment length Requirements Active RN license (NM state license or compact) required Current BLS and NRP certifications required Prior clinical experience preferred Fingerprinting required prior to hire per New Mexico state requirements, with documentation of processing status Candidates may begin work under a 14-day waiver while background check results are pending, provided they are supervised during this period Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration AHA certifications required Additional Information Provide specialized nursing care to neonatal patients in a Level II NICU setting Scrubs provided by the unit Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to qualify for the travel rate Local candidates within 60 miles may be considered at the local rate Weekly orientation held on Mondays Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full-time while on assignment First-time travelers may be considered for this position American Traveler Job ID P-746646. 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 - 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.