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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, rotating Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Level 4 NICU RN with a required CA license and 2 years of recent NICU experience for a children's hospital assignment with variable day/night shifts. Details NICU unit in a Level 1 trauma, Magnet-recognized children's teaching hospital 60 staffed beds Variable scheduling with 3x12 or 4x12 shifts, rotating between day (7:00-19:00) and night (19:00-7:00) shifts Schedule published monthly, with shift assignment consistent through each schedule but subject to change between schedules Must be flexible to work days or nights as scheduled Weekend availability required with full flexibility No on-call requirements Float within scope to PICU, CVICU, and Med Surg Float requirement to NICU satellite campuses including Rancho Springs, Palomar, Scripps Encinitas, Scripps La Jolla, and Scripps Mercy Mileage reimbursed when floating to satellite locations from home base Epic charting system used Requirements Active CA RN license required in hand, or pending license accepted with an ETA for posting 2 years of recent Level 4 NICU experience required Will consider strong Level 3 NICU experience with surgical and cardiac care background BLS and Advanced NRP certifications required PALS certification preferred Cardiac experience required Experience with oscillator, conventional ventilator, CPAP, and nasal cannula specialty gases required Experience with PICC lines, Broviacs, UAC/UVC/PAL lines, trachs, ostomies, and G-tubes required Comfort with line changes involving multiple drips and pre/post-op care required Must have own transportation for floating to satellite locations Experience attending high-risk deliveries preferred Experience with IV therapy, central line/implanted line care, and starting/maintaining IVs Experience with gastrointestinal care including gastroschisis/omphalocele and post abdominal surgery Experience with emergency medications and IV vasopressors Ventilator management experience across AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP modes Additional Information Provide direct nursing care to critically ill neonates in a Level 4 NICU setting Required to work 2 of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's), including Eves No RTO allowed on required holidays Maximum RTO of 6 days for the full assignment Scrubs of any color are accepted Strong first-time travelers with Level 4 NICU experience will be considered Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted Former permanent staff must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before being eligible to travel Clinicians who are do-not-rehire at Children's Hospital of Orange County will not be considered due to its merger with this health system Travelers who complete a full year at this facility or its merged partner must wait 90 days before returning as a traveler Compliance documents must be completed by the Wednesday prior to start Up to 10 hours of non-billable training modules may be required prior to start American Traveler Job ID P-780004. 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.