Travel Registered Nurse NICU

Registered Nurse – NICU ()

Step into a pivotal role as a Registered Nurse in the NICU in Lodi, California, where every moment with a newborn life is a chance to shape a family’s future. This specialized assignment places you at the heart of a high-acuity neonatal unit, collaborating with neonatology physicians, respiratory therapists, and an experienced multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, family-centered care.

Start Date:

02/23/2026. The assignment runs for a number of weeks, with weekly pay ranging from $1,821 to $1,955. Guaranteed

Hours:

0.0 reflect the travel nursing model; while there is no guaranteed hourly commitment, the opportunity for meaningful impact and professional advancement stands strong.

Location benefits:
Lodi is recognized for its collaborative healthcare teams and warm, family-oriented community. The hospital system emphasizes mentorship and NICU specialization, providing access to cutting-edge equipment, standardized protocols, and continuous learning opportunities that elevate patient care. Proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California’s wine regions affords convenient weekend getaways, diverse dining scenes, and a broad professional network, expanding both clinical and personal horizons.

Role specifics and benefits:
As an NICU RN, you’ll be responsible for continuous monitoring of fragile neonates, rapid assessment and stabilization, administration of medications and IV therapies, ventilator management in collaboration with respiratory therapists, incubator supervision, phototherapy, total parenteral nutrition (TPN), nutrition optimization, and precise documentation in electronic medical records. You’ll lead family education initiatives, coach parents through care plans, and participate in daily rounds to ensure seamless transitions from hospital to home.

The role offers clear pathways for growth within the NICU specialty, including advanced resuscitation skills, neonatal pharmacology updates, and opportunities to expand expertise in developmental care.

Competitive benefits accompany the assignment, including a sign-on bonus, housing assistance to secure comfortable accommodations, and extension opportunities that give you flexibility to stay longer if you wish. You’ll receive 24/7 support from the company, a dedicated travel nurse advocate, and access to clinical resources designed to help you navigate challenges with confidence.

Company values:
Our organization is built on empowering nurses to advance their careers while fostering a supportive, collaborative work environment. We champion ongoing education, leadership development, and opportunities to contribute to patient-centered improvement initiatives. You’ll join a culture that respects your expertise, values your input, and provides the resources you need to thrive both on the unit and in your broader professional journey.

Call to action:
If you’re passionate about neonatal care and ready to elevate your practice in a dynamic NICU setting that values your contribution, apply today. This is more than a contract—it’s an invitation to sharpen your clinical skills, broaden your professional network, and make a lasting, life-affirming impact for newborns and their families. Join us in California’s Lodi region and become part of a team that treats every baby as a promise for the future.

EEO Statement
TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.