Travel Neonatal ICU RN - $2,340 per week

American Traveler; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 104,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision and 1x

Generous 401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel assignment in Washington, DC. This Level III NICU position requires 3 years NICU experience and advanced competencies in ventilators, oscillators, and micro‑preemie care during 12‑hour night shifts.

You will work 36 hours per week on a 3x12 schedule with on‑call duties for a 13‑week assignment. The role demands active DC RN licensure, BLS/NRP/STABLE/CPI certifications, and strong clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Active DC RN license required, no pending licenses.
• Current BLS (AHA), NRP, STABLE and CPI certifications.
• Minimum 3 years NICU experience in a US hospital.
• Experience with ventilators, oscillators, pressors, and micro-preemie care.
• SSN and date of birth required for consideration.
• Two supervisor references preferred, within last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a Level III NICU for preterm and neonatal patients.
• Manage ventilators, oscillators, and monitoring equipment.
• Attend high-risk deliveries and C-sections as needed.
• Respond to neonatal emergencies and support families.
• On-call coverage and night shift responsibilities.

Skills

NICU experience

Ventilators

Oscillators

Pressors

Micro-preemie care

DC RN license

BLS

NRP

STABLE

CPI

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• 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: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Responsibilities

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN - NICU for a Level III neonatal intensive care unit position requiring a minimum of 3 years of NICU experience and advanced competencies in ventilators, oscillators, and micro‑preemie care.

Details

• Level III NICU within a hospital setting
• Patient population ranges from 23 weeks gestation to 4 months of age, primarily admitted from labor and delivery
• Conditions treated include extreme prematurity, respiratory distress syndrome, sepsis, hypoglycemia, congenital anomalies, seizures, and meconium aspiration syndrome
• Services provided include noninvasive nasal CPAP, mechanical ventilation, high frequency oscillation (HFO), and nitric oxide inhalation therapy
• Night shift: 7p–7a, 3x12‑hour shifts per week (36 hours/week)
• On‑call is required
• 13‑week contract

Requirements

• Active DC RN license required — no pending licenses accepted
• Current certifications required: BLS (AHA only), NRP, STABLE, and CPI
• Minimum 3 years of NICU experience in a US hospital required
• Demonstrated experience with ventilators, oscillators, pressors, and micro‑preemie care
• Valid US Social Security Number required for consideration
• Date of birth required for consideration
• Two manager or supervisor references preferred, verifying experience within the most recent 12 months, with at least one from the most recent employer
• Candidates must reside more than 25 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Nurses respond to neonatal emergencies, providing assessment and immediate care to newborns post‑delivery, and attend all C‑sections and high‑risk deliveries
• Bedside procedures include peripheral IV insertion, septic workups, intubations, percutaneous catheter insertions, parenteral therapy, blood and blood product administration, bronchopulmonary hygiene, medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and parent teaching
• Most diagnostic services are performed at the bedside
• All certifications must be from the American Heart Association (AHA)

Benefits

• Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
• Generous 401(k) match
• Substantial housing stipends

American Traveler Job ID #P-710455. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Neonatal ICU.