Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Santa Maria, California.

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 Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team. This position involves providing high-quality care to critically ill neonates in a Level 3 NICU. The ideal candidate will possess the necessary certifications and experience to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Provide focused nursing care to neonates at various acuity levels. Monitor and assess patients, ensuring they meet their individual care plans. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and document all procedures accurately. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including neonatal intensivists and respiratory therapists, to develop and implement patient care strategies. Communicate effectively with families regarding the care and condition of their infants. Float to other units as necessary, including pediatric and nursery units, when required.

Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience in a NICU setting. Valid BLS Certification and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required; PALS and STABLE certifications preferred. Proficiency in the use of ventilators, including oscillators and high flow nasal cannulas.

Ability to provide care for patients ranging from 23 weeks gestation and above.

Experience with cooling protocols preferred. Comfortable working with complex medical equipment and electronic medical records (Cerner). Work Schedule This position involves 12-hour shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM, with every other weekend required and the potential for low-census standby calls.

Patient Ratios NICU: 1:1 to 1:3 ratios.

Pediatric Unit: 1:1 to 1:4 ratios.

Additional Information No nurse aides available on the unit.

Weekend and holiday commitments: EOW for weekends and two major holidays. Floater status may involve occasional rotation to mother-baby units, contingent on experience. If you are a passionate and skilled RN dedicated to providing exceptional neonatal care, we encourage you to apply for this role in the NICU. Thrive Staffing Job ID 19369513. 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: RN:NICU,19:00:00-07:00:00 About Thrive Staffing At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.