Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,851 per week

American Traveler; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 68,250 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) match

Substantial housing stipends

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is looking for a Travel Nurse RN in Neonatal Intensive Care for a 13-week assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The role involves providing specialized care in a Level IV NICU and requires at least 2 years of NICU experience, along with active RN licensure and BLS/NRP certifications.

New travelers are welcome, and the position offers 48 hours per week on 12-hour night shifts. American Traveler provides excellent benefits such as medical, dental, and housing stipends starting from day one.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Level IV NICU experience.
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible.
• COVID vaccination required; exemptions accepted.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a Level IV NICU within a Level I Trauma teaching facility.
• Care for neonates ranging from under 23 weeks gestation through full-term newborns.
• Float as needed to Pediatric ICU, Level II NICU, and Mother-Baby Unit (MBU).

Skills

Proficiency with IV vasopressors

High Frequency Ventilation

High Flow NC

Ventilator management

Education

Active NM RN license or Compact RN license

Certifications: BLS and NRP

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Overview

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Assignment Details

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours per week: 48
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a Level IV NICU within a Level I Trauma teaching facility.
• Care for neonates ranging from under 23 weeks gestation through full-term newborns.
• Utilize specialized skills including IV vasopressors, High Frequency Ventilation, High Flow NC, and ventilator management.
• Perform charting in Cerner and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Float as needed to Pediatric ICU, Level II NICU, and Mother-Baby Unit (MBU).

Requirements

• Active NM RN license or Compact RN license required (pending license accepted).
• Certifications: BLS and NRP.
• Minimum 2 years of Level IV NICU experience.
• Proficiency with IV vasopressors, High Frequency Ventilation, High Flow NC, and ventilator management.
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible.
• COVID vaccination required; religious and medical exemptions accepted with a completed exemption form signed by a provider.

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.
• Floating is required within scope to Pediatric ICU, Level II NICU, and MBU as needed.
• Scrub color: black.
• Parking is available at no cost.
• RTO requests exceeding 7 days require facility approval.
• A 6-month break is required for travelers who have completed 4 consecutive assignments or reached the one-year mark at this facility, whichever comes first.
• New contracts and extensions must be a minimum of 10 weeks.
• All scheduling and time-off requests should be submitted at the time of initial application for consideration.

American Traveler Job ID #P-711329. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.