Travel NICU Registered Nurse

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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Clinton, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements\n

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• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
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• Discipline: RN
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• Start Date: 08/10/2026
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• Duration: 13 weeks
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• 36 hours per week
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• Shift: 12 hours, nights
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• Employment Type: Travel
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\n Assignment Overview\n

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• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
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• Length: 13 weeks
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• Openings: 1
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Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU RN for a Level II Special Care Nursery position requiring CPAP proficiency and at least one completed travel assignment.

Details\n

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• Level II Special Care Nursery (NICU) in a hospital setting
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• Focuses on neonates 32 weeks gestation or greater, including pre-term infants requiring cardiopulmonary, neurologic, metabolic, and thermal stabilization
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• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
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• Every other weekend required
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• Every other holiday required
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• Floating required to Postpartum and Labor & Delivery for neonatal care
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• Equipment used includes ventilation systems for High-Flow O2, CPAP, and Mechanical Ventilation; Point of Care Blood Glucose monitors; and BD Alaris Smart Pumps
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Requirements\n

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• Active Maryland (MD) or Compact RN license currently in hand
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• Current certifications required: BLS, NRP, and S.T.A.B.L.E.
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• Minimum 2 years of NICU Level II experience required
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• CPAP experience required
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• Must have completed at least one prior travel assignment with no cancellations
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• Proficiency in respiratory support (High-Flow O2, CPAP, Bubble CPAP, and Mechanical Ventilation)
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• Proficiency in central line management, peripheral IV insertion, lab draws, and IV antibiotic administration
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• Knowledge of apnea and bradycardia in pre-term infants
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• Experience with stabilization of newborns under 32 weeks and preparation for transport to a Level III facility
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• Experience with thermoregulation in premature and full-term infants, including passive cooling
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• Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum overall score of 80% and 100% on lethal rhythms
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• 2 professional supervisory references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
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• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration
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Additional Information\n

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• Responsibilities include monitoring and maintaining cardiopulmonary, neurologic, metabolic, and thermal stability in neonates, independently or in conjunction with a physician
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• Assists with specialized procedures including lumbar puncture and endotracheal resuscitation of newborns 32 weeks gestation or greater
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• Initiates, modifies, or discontinues treatment per established protocols or physician orders
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• Candidates with a BSN should include this credential in their profile
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• Local candidates within 60 miles of the facility are accepted for this position
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• All time-off and scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial application
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American Traveler Job ID #P-729313. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Neonatal ICU

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