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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 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 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a NICU position requiring 2 years of specialty experience and Epic proficiency. Details Work in a combined NICU and Newborn Nursery unit Average daily census of 10 patients Unit staffs both NICU Level II and Level I Nursery Night shift schedule with 3x12 or 4x12 hour options (18:45-07:15) Every other weekend required (2-4 shifts per 4-week schedule) Occasional floating to postpartum/peds units No call-in requirements Epic EMR experience required Requirements Active RN license (Compact or LA) required in hand Current certifications: BLS, NRP, and CPI (AHA certifications required) Minimum 2 years of NICU specialty experience required Epic charting system experience required Skills required include IV therapy, UAC/UVC management, and starting/maintaining IVs Experience with APGAR scoring, developmental care, thermoregulation, and phlebotomy required Knowledge of neonatal abstinence syndrome, blood glucose monitoring, and phototherapy required Experience with feedings (bottle, breast, gavage), breastfeeding support, and NG/OG tube placement required Respiratory skills required including HFNC, oxygen delivery systems, and suctioning (ETT, NT)

Experience with isolation precautions/PPE, neonatal sepsis recognition, and sepsis work-up required Neonatal dosage calculation skills required Driver's license required for consideration Updated NURSYS report required for consideration Additional Information Attend high-risk deliveries and conduct car seat testing Handle newborn diagnoses for both NICU and Well Baby populations Care for neonate patient populations across gestational ages, including those under 24-28 weeks and over 34 weeks Orientation held 5 days per week Holiday availability required for 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's) May be assigned to an Emergency Team during facility emergency events with expectation to remain onsite or serve on relief team Two Manager/Supervisor references required prior to start (Charge RN references not accepted) RTO must be documented on profile and discussed during interview to avoid offer rescission Previous permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must be separated from the health system for one full year before returning as a traveler Must reside more than 65 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted First-time travelers will be considered for this position American Traveler Job ID P-764024. 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.