American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 7, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a Level III/IV neonatal unit requiring 2 years of Level III NICU experience and NRP certification. Details Work in a mixed acuity Level III/IV NICU within a Level I Trauma, teaching, children's hospital Day shift schedule, 3x12 hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM Typical patient ratio is 1:3, with occasional 1:4 during surge periods Patient population includes neonates from under 23 weeks gestation through full term newborns Required to work 12 weekend shifts per contract No on-call requirements Floating required within scope to Pediatric ICU, Level II NICU, and Mother Baby Unit Cerner charting system used Requirements Active RN license (NM or compact) required, pending license accepted Minimum 2 years of Level III NICU experience required BLS and NRP certifications required Cerner charting experience required Proficiency with IV vasopressors, High Frequency Ventilation, High Flow Nasal Cannula, Respiratory Distress Syndrome management, and ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP) required Must be able to care for Level 4 NICU acuity patients Teaching hospital experience preferred Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to neonates across a wide range of gestational ages and acuity levels Work in a Level I Trauma, teaching, children's hospital setting Black scrub color required COVID vaccine is optional, but vaccination status must be reported per facility policy No RTO permitted for December starts; must work Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day for holiday pay Must live more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position First-time travelers are welcome to apply Requests for RTO greater than 7 days require approval Returning staff must have a 12-month separation from prior employment at this facility Travelers who have completed 4 consecutive assignments or reached the one-year mark require a 6-month system break before returning American Traveler Job ID P-772730. 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.