Travel NICU Registered Nurse
Listed on 2026-01-13
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Nursing
Travel Nurse, RN Nurse, Healthcare Nursing, Neonatal/ NICU Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
02/03/2026 - Duration:
13 weeks - 36 hours per week
- Shift:
12 hours, nights - Employment Type:
Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neonatal ICU position requiring an active IL RN license, BLS, NRP, and NIHSS certifications.
Responsibilities- Work in a Level 1 Trauma Center within the Neonatal ICU
- Night shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am
- Every other weekend required, totaling 2 weekends per month
- No block scheduling or special scheduling requests allowed
- Mandatory floating to any unit or affiliated facility within 50 miles as needed
- Uses Cerner EMR system
- Must be willing to float both within primary facility and to affiliated locations
- Team-based model used if floated outside primary area of competency
- Strict compliance with all pre-employment lab work within 72 hours of offer acceptance
- Navy blue scrubs required and not provided
- Lab work completion required within 72 hours of accepting an offer
- Maximum 5 days of time off allowed per contract with no more than 2 consecutive days and no time off on weekends or around holidays
- Active IL RN license required at time of application
- Minimum of 2 years NICU nursing experience required
- Current BLS, NRP, and NIHSS certifications required
- Must reside within 75 miles of the facility
- COVID-19 vaccination required
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job #P- . 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
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.
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