First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Evansville, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel 48-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE (NICU) RN CONTRACT – EVANSVILLE, IN An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) in Evansville, Indiana (Vanderburgh County / Tri-State region). Operating within an advanced 31-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Regional Perinatal Center, this high-compensating role features a dependable 48-hour overnight schedule (18:30 PM – 07:00 AM / 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM, four 12-hour shifts guaranteed weekly with built-in overtime). PREMIER 48-HOUR NIGHT PACKAGE ($2,827/WEEK)! BUILT-IN OVERTIME COMPENSATION! ZERO MANDATORY ON-CALL! LEVEL III NEONATAL CRITICAL CARE! LATE NOVEMBER START! The specialized neonatal nursing team delivers round-the-clock intensive care, stabilization, and developmental support for premature infants, critically ill neonates, and complex surgical newborns. If you are an acute neonatal critical care nurse skilled in conventional and high-frequency ventilation, umbilical line maintenance, micro-dosed critical drips, and neonatal resuscitation looking to earn $2,827/week in Indiana, this assignment is built for you! PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE (48-Hour Week) Weekly Gross: $2,827.00 Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,267.00 Hourly W2 Regular Rate: $30.00/hr (40 regular hours) Hourly W2 Overtime Rate: $45.00/hr (8 weekly OT hours included) (Local clinicians accepted at an adjusted local bill structure).

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS Schedule: Night shifts, 4x12-Hours (18:30 PM – 07:00 AM / 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM).

Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours guaranteed weekly (40 regular hours 8 overtime hours).

Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks (November 29, 2026 – February 27, 2027).

On-Call Requirements: NO ON-CALL REQUIRED!

Weekend & Holiday Coverage: Rotational weekend and holiday coverage per departmental operational schedule.

Department Setting & Capacity: 31-bed specialized Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Perinatal Center (Dept: Neonatal Intensive Care III Unit 001 / 20630).

Clinical Scope & Specialty Care: Direct intensive nursing care for premature infants (including micro-preemies), very low birth weight (VLBW) neonates, and critically ill term infants. Management of acute neonatal conditions: respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), meconium aspiration syndrome, persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN), neonatal sepsis, hypoglycemia, hyperbilirubinemia, and necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Invasive and non-invasive neonatal respiratory therapy: mechanical ventilators, high-frequency oscillatory/jet ventilation, bubble CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), and oxygen titration.

Central vascular access management: Umbilical Arterial Catheters (UAC), Umbilical Venous Catheters (UVC), and neonatal PICC lines. Administration of total parenteral nutrition (TPN), intravenous lipids, continuous inotropes, fentanyl/sedation infusions, and delicate weight-based micro-dosed medications. Enteral nutrition: orogastric (OG) and nasogastric (NG) tube feedings, gavage pacing, safe sleep protocols, and cue-based oral feeding progression. Rapid intervention and bedside resuscitation adhering strictly to Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) algorithms. Multidisciplinary coordination with neonatologists, neonatal nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, and developmental specialists.

EMR System: Inpatient electronic health record.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of dedicated acute care inpatient Level III or Level IV NICU RN clinical experience.

Licensure: Active Indiana RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal (with active Nursys report).

Certifications Required at Submittal (Must all be active and attached): Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (AHA) only . Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP or NRP Advanced) — AAP/AHA .

Preferred Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). ✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized neonatal critical care recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate credential checklist mapping, and prioritized clinical review!

Location Details: Assignment is located in Evansville, IN 47714 (Dept: Neonatal Intensive Care III Unit 001 / 20630 / Vanderburgh County). ⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 13-week contract starting November 29, 2026 through February 27, 2027 (48 hours guaranteed weekly on 12-hour Nights: 18:30 – 07:00 with 8 hours of weekly overtime included).

Candidate Policy: Both travel and local candidates accepted (locals subject to adjusted local bill rate).

No Standby Call: Zero standby on-call obligations.

Unit Acuity & Setting: 31-bed Level III NICU managing high-acuity neonatal intensive care, mechanical ventilation, central lines, and convalescent feeder/grower transitions.

Mandatory Submittal Credentials: Active Indiana RN license (or Compact multistate) in hand with active Nursys verification. Active AHA BLS and AAP/AHA NRP (or NRP Advanced) certifications required at submittal (PALS preferred/noted on requisition). Resume documenting dedicated Level III/IV NICU clinical experience. 2 recent professional supervisory/managerial references in matching neonatal specialty.

Onboarding Testing & Health Screenings: Pre-start credentialing includes Ascension Core Competencies, Pharmacology Exam, Specialty Exam, Safe Sleep Training, EKG Exam, Unit Specific Checklist, Skills Checklist, Color Vision screening, 11-panel drug screen, background checks, 2-step PPD/Quantiferon, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B, seasonal flu vaccine, and fit test.

Time Off: All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the submittal packet. About First Connect Health At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do. By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry. But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because: ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey. ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals. ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences. ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step. When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

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