NICU | RN

GHR Healthcare; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 128,765 - 137,865; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare

Dental and Vision benefits

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking a NICU Registered Nurse for a travel nursing job in Oakland, California. This critical role offers competitive pay and excellent benefits while providing care to newborns in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Ideal candidates should have at least one year of NICU experience and relevant certifications. Join a dedicated healthcare team today!

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent Level III NICU RN experience.
• Active California Registered Nurse License or compact state RN license required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing care to critically ill neonates.
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Educate and support families during care.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Patient assessment

Collaboration

Medication administration

Family education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN)

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

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NICU Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Oakland, California

Advance your nursing career as a NICU Registered Nurse with this high-demand travel nursing job in Oakland, CA (94611). Join a leading healthcare team in the Bay Area, providing critical care to newborns in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Experience California nursing jobs with excellent benefits while making a meaningful impact on families and infants.

Travel Nurse Job Details

• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
• Location: Oakland, California 94611 – Bay Area healthcare jobs
• Unit: Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) – Critical Need
• Start Date: August 11, 2025
• End Date: November 8, 2025
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2,830 - $3,030
  
  

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent (within last 3 years) full-time Level III NICU RN experience
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Active California Registered Nurse License or compact state RN license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care experience required
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) or related field preferred
• Seven (7) years of recent Level III NICU experience (within the last 10 years) preferred
  
  

NICU Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing care to critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU environment
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions and responses to treatment
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Administer medications, treatments, and specialized procedures as prescribed
• Educate and support families throughout the neonatal care process
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
  
  

Apply now to join our Oakland, California healthcare team as a NICU Registered Nurse and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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