NICU Registered Nurse
Oakland, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,293/weekOverview
- Start Date06/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration14 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens190 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 30, 2026
- Length: 14 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a night shift travel contract requiring a CA RN license and a minimum of 2 years of Level 3 & 4 NICU experience.
Details
- NICU setting within a children's hospital environment
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
- 14-week contract
- Floating to other units and facilities within the health system is required
Requirements
- Active California RN license required
- Current certifications required: BLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), and NRP
- Minimum 2 years of Level 3 & 4 NICU experience required
- PICU experience required
- Pediatric experience preferred
Additional Information
- Provide nursing care to critically ill neonatal patients in a high-acuity NICU environment
Facility
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
1 nurse recommends working with UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

- Childrens
- 190 beds
Employer
American Traveler
68 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah has been beyond incredible throughout this whole process! Patient, supportive, willing to take a chance, knowledgeable, and just a great person!
Cons
If she has one, I’ve yet to find it.
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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 Oakland, CA
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Oakland is higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
- Oakland is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), and ferries are also available for getting around.
- Oakland is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.
- Oakland offers a variety of activities including fine dining, waterfront excursions, walks and cruises around Lake Merritt, museums, art galleries, shops, performing arts venues, and musical performances at historic theaters.
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