RN Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) (with $7,500 Completion Bonus)

Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Travel Position

Location: Corpus Christi, TX
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12s Nights
Pay: $2,050.20/week (plus $2,500 completion bonus per contract, up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) to join a healthcare facility in Corpus Christi, TX on a 13-week travel assignment. The RN will provide specialized nursing care to critically ill and premature newborns requiring advanced monitoring, life-support measures, and family-centered support. The ideal candidate has strong NICU experience, excellent critical thinking skills, and a commitment to delivering safe, evidence-based neonatal care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill and premature infants in the NICU.
• Monitor and manage vital signs, ventilators, infusion pumps, oxygen therapy, and other advanced life-support equipment.
• Administer prescribed medications, fluids, and neonatal treatments accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate closely with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate and support parents and families about their newborn’s condition, treatment plans, and discharge preparations.
• Maintain precise documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Adhere to infection control standards, safety protocols, and evidence-based NICU nursing practices.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in Texas (or compact eligibility).
• Minimum 1–2 years of recent NICU nursing experience in an acute care setting.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); ACLS and PALS preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, and communication skills in high-acuity neonatal care.
• Compassionate and family-centered approach to caring for newborns and their families.
• COVID-19 vaccine and recent tuberculosis test.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and personalized career support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.