Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,116 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.Job Description & Requirements Specialty : NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Discipline : RN

Start Date : 11 / 03 / 2025

Duration : 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift : 12 hours, nights

Employment Type : Travel

Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neonatal ICU night shift assignment in a Level III teaching hospital, requiring a DC RN license and NRP certification.

Responsibilities Work in the NICU of a short-term acute care teaching hospital

Level III neonatal intensive care with a patient ratio of 1 : 3

Rotating 12-hour night shifts (19 : 00 – 07 : 00), with variable day / night scheduling possible

Requires floating to pediatric transplant, PEDS, and PICU units as needed

Scheduled for six weekend shifts over a six-week period

Uses the Cerner EMR system

Responsibilities include direct care for critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU setting

Must be flexible with rapidly changing shift assignments and floating to related pediatrics units

Scrubs are not provided; any color is acceptable except white or see-through, and no other hospital logos

Required to complete pre-start modules and orientation, averaging 12 hours and up to 4 billable hours

Local candidates within 60 miles accepted at a lower rate

RTO during contract not approved for more than 8 days; three or more absences will result in contract termination

Candidates may not be interviewed by manager prior to placement

Holiday and weekend coverage as assigned by the unit

Requirements Active DC RN license required prior to start or proof of pending status at time of consideration

Minimum of two years of Level III NICU RN experience required

NRP certification required

BSN preferred

First-time travelers accepted if minimum NICU experience is met

Two supervisor references required

Return staff must have been separated from prior employment for at least one year

Benefits High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-617436. 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

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.