Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.

• Specialty:
  NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/06/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) – Level IV NICU (Neonatal) – Travel RN – Madison, WI

Travel RN – NICU RN needed for a 13-week assignment at a nationally recognized pediatric hospital in Madison, WI. Experienced neonatal nurses and pediatric RNs encouraged to apply now for this Level IV NICU opportunity.

• Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – NICU / Neonatal Nurse
• Location: Madison, WI 53792 (Madison, Wisconsin)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: April 6, 2026 — End: July 6, 2026)
• Shift: Nights, 3 x 12-hour shifts per week (7:00pm – 7:30am)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Setting: 26-bed Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Level IV NICU) in a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center
• Weekend Requirement: 2–3 weekends per 6-week schedule
• Parking: Permit required; alternative transportation options available
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2020 - $2130 per week

Join a Magnet-designated pediatric hospital in vibrant Madison, WI — ideal for neonatal nurses seeking top-tier pediatric nursing and clinical support experience. Madison offers lakes, arts, dining, and a strong community while you advance your travel nursing career.

• Minimum 2 years total NICU (III/IV) experience, including at least 1 full year in a Level IV NICU (required)
• Experience managing post-op neonates, g-tubes, trach/vent care, and invasive/noninvasive ventilation
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required
• BLS (American Heart Association) required
• Basic Arrhythmia/Telemetry experience; must pass telemetry test prior to start
• Epic EMR charting experience preferred (within last 12 months)
• Wisconsin RN license or multistate compact RN license — must be active and in-hand at submission
• Travel RN experience required; must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions accepted); COVID-19 vaccine not required

• Provide expert, family-centered care to critically ill neonates and infants, including complex surgical and medical cases
• Manage advanced neonatal therapies and technologies: invasive and noninvasive ventilation, tracheostomy care, g-tube management, whole-body cooling
• Monitor and interpret telemetry and arrhythmias; respond to emergent situations and rapid changes in condition
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary pediatric teams (neonatologists, PICU, respiratory therapy, social work, and allied health)
• Educate, support, and communicate with families throughout admission, treatment, and discharge planning
• Float to other pediatric units (including PICU) as needed to care for patients under 12 months of age
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation using Epic EMR and unit-specific policies

This travel nursing assignment is a unique opportunity for neonatal nurses and pediatric RNs to gain high-acuity Level IV NICU experience at a nationally recognized pediatric hospital. If you are an experienced NICU RN seeking Wisconsin nursing jobs or pediatric nurse positions, apply today.

Apply now: Join our healthcare team today and make a difference in the lives of our tiniest patients. Submit your resume and active licensure to be considered for this Travel RN – NICU opportunity in Madison, WI.

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GHR Healthcare Job . 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: NICU

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