Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a local contract nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a local contract nursing job in Newark, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/13/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Local Contract
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU RN for a Level III/IV NICU position requiring 2+ years of neonatal care experience, Epic proficiency, and an active NJ or Compact RN license.
Details
- Level III NICU within a large quaternary care academic teaching hospital affiliated with Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
- NICU serves as a Regional Perinatal Center supporting more than 15 hospitals and participates in the Vermont Oxford Network
- Patient population includes neonates 29–34 weeks and >34 weeks gestation, including those with neonatal abstinence syndrome
- Patient ratios are 1:1–3 in the NICU and 1:4 in the IMCU
- Travelers will not be assigned Level IV patients, ECMO cases, or fresh post-ops, and will not attend high-risk deliveries
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
- Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required, subject to change based on unit needs
- Holiday coverage required (1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays per unit needs)
- Floating may be required to NBN, Peds, and PICU based on patient volume and acuity; float assignments will be within the traveler's verified skillset
- Charting is done in Epic (experience required); Crib Notes also used
- Local candidates are accepted
Requirements
- Active NJ or Compact RN license required
- Current BLS and NRP certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
- Experience in a Level III NICU required
- Proficiency with Epic EMR required
- Clinical skills required: blood product administration, IV insertion and maintenance, medication management (anti-seizure drugs, antibiotics/antivirals, steroids), neonatal dosage calculations, and phlebotomy
- Experience with cardiovascular/telemetry monitoring, ventilated/intubated patients, HFNC respiratory support, oxygen delivery systems, and respiratory distress management required
- Experience with enteral feedings, tube placement, glucose monitoring, insulin administration, hyperbilirubinemia/phototherapy, and colostomy/ileostomy care required
- Experience with developmental care, patient and family teaching, infection control, isolation precautions, and sepsis workups required
- SSN and DOB required for consideration
- Two current professional references required
- Copies of certifications required
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include neonatal neurologic care, breastfeeding support, phototherapy management, and family education
- Unit is staffed by 12 board-certified neonatologists and specialized teams available 24/7
- Navy blue scrubs required
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Former RWJBH employees (full-time or PRN) must have been separated from the RWJBH health system for a minimum of 1 year before being eligible for a travel assignment
- No RTO or scheduling requests will be approved after an offer is made
American Traveler Job ID #P-722263L. 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.