Level IV NICU Registered Nurse
Winston-Salem, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,948/weekOverview
- Start Date05/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care825 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: May 18, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Level IV NICU position at an academic medical center in Winston-Salem, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of NICU experience and NRP certification.
Details
- Level IV NICU in a large academic medical center and Level I Trauma hospital with 885 licensed adult beds and 196 pediatric beds
- Patient population includes infants from 23 weeks gestation through term, with varying acuity levels including surgical cases such as NEC and CDH
- Average daily census of 71 patients
- 12-hour night shifts, 7p–7a (1830–0700), 36 hours per week
- Weekend rotation required every other weekend at minimum
- No on-call responsibilities
- Floating may be required to General Pediatrics, PICU, Adolescent Pediatrics, and Pediatric Hem/Onc
- EMR: Epic
Requirements
- Active NC RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
- Current BLS and NRP certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
- Level III or higher NICU experience required
- Proficiency in basic ventilator management, central line management, and tracheostomy management
- Experience with pre/post-surgical patient management
- Skills in G-tube management, gavage feeding, bottle feeding, and basic breastfeeding support
- Blood transfusion and infant venous stick experience required
- Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
- At least 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
- RTO requests require Resource Team approval
- Unit is supported by nursing assistants at a 1:20 ratio and 2 Charge RNs per shift
- Orientation includes NEO onboarding and 2 days of departmental orientation
- Schedule cycles run every 6 weeks
- Royal blue scrubs required
- Free parking available on-site
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
- Must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position before being eligible
Facility
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 825 beds
Employer
American Traveler
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Pros
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Cons
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Recommends working with American Traveler
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.
About Winston-Salem, NC
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Winston-Salem, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Winston-Salem is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 87°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 50°F, and average lows are around 30°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Winston-Salem, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Winston-Salem is fairly car-friendly, with reasonable traffic and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses, but the city is more reliant on private vehicles.
- Winston-Salem has a diverse population with a range of age groups.
- Common health issues include obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Winston-Salem offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a thriving arts scene with galleries and theaters, and it hosts music festivals and concerts.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks, hiking trails, and nearby mountains.
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