American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Carmichael, California.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/17/2026 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: Nov 17, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring a Level 3 NICU RN for a night shift position requiring NRP certification and prior NICU experience in a Level 2 trauma acute care hospital. Details Level 3 NICU with 26-30 beds in an acute care hospital setting with Level 2 trauma designation Patient population includes respiratory failure and preterm infants; no cardiac surgery or defect repair cases Uses Cerner EMR Ventilator management required Charge nurse available and generally does not take a patient assignment but provides break relief Nurse aide support available based on census and staffing needs In-house Hospitalist/Intensivist coverage, 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, and 24/7 Pharmacy 12-hour night shifts beginning at 6:45am with bedside report Every other weekend required Rotates in with core staff for holiday coverage First to float, with floating required to other Sacramento area facilities (mid-shift float to another facility is rare) Self-scheduling available with schedules released 4 weeks out Requirements Active CA RN license (Standard or Compact) currently in hand, no pending licenses accepted Current BLS (AHA) and NRP certifications required, no pending certifications accepted Minimum 2 years of recent experience required Pediatric experience preferred Must care only for infant patients in this unit Two supervisor/peer references required, one within the last 12 months worked and one within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility Copy of driver's license required at time of consideration to validate legal name matches government-issued ID Additional Information Hospital is designated Baby-Friendly with excellent breastfeeding support Floor-specific orientation includes 1-2 days with a preceptor Scrub color is navy, with undershirts in navy, white, or black; scrub jackets optional and must be navy Travelers will be scheduled to work 2 of the 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's); holiday time off may be requested but is not guaranteed Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year; PRN employment through outside staffing firms will be considered American Traveler Job ID P-781508. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.