Travel NICU RN: Impactful Neonatal Care (13 weeks)

Jobtome; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive travel pay

Health insurance from day one

PTO after 1560 hours

Life & Short-term disability

401(k) matching

Refer-a-friend bonus

24/7 recruiter support

Licensure & CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing seeks an experienced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse for a travel assignment in Eureka, CA. 13 weeks, start 11/16/2026. Pay: $2099 per week with comprehensive benefits and 24/7 support from a dedicated clinical team.

As a NICU RN, you will perform advanced neonatal assessments, operate life-support equipment, educate families, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a hospital NICU setting.

Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as a neonatal intensive care RN.
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification
• Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification

Responsibilities

• Assesses and monitors critically ill and premature newborns, identifying changes and documenting conditions and responses
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved neonatal nursing techniques
• Performs neonatal assessments, including vital signs, weight checks, and specialized neonatal screenings
• Operates and manages advanced NICU equipment, such as ventilators, CPAP machines, and infusion pumps, ensuring proper functionality
• Assists with life-saving and diagnostic neonatal procedures, including umbilical line placement and intubation
• Educates and supports parents on neonatal care, including feeding techniques and developmental care
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians during examinations and procedures
• Develops and implements individualized care plans for neonates in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Adheres to infection control measures, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and sterilization protocols, to protect vulnerable neonates
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including neonatologists and therapists, to optimize neonatal outcomes
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adheres to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Skills

NICU experience

RN license

BLS certification

NRP certification

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing seeks an experienced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse for a travel assignment in Eureka, CA. 13 weeks, start 11/16/2026. Pay: $2099 per week with comprehensive benefits and 24/7 support from a dedicated clinical team.

As a NICU RN, you will perform advanced neonatal assessments, operate life-support equipment, educate families, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a hospital NICU setting.