NICU Registered Nurse
Fort Wayne, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Evenings

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced NICU RN for a Level 3 NICU travel assignment in Fort Wayne, IN, requiring ACLS, BLS, NRP, and STABLE certifications with a minimum of 2 years of NICU experience.

Details

• Level 3 NICU in a 40-bed unit at a hospital in Fort Wayne, IN
• Patient population ranges from stable feeder-grower infants to critically ill Level 3 NICU patients
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3 depending on acuity
• Evening shift: 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM
• Block scheduling is in place for this position
• Floating may be required to assist in other areas, though travelers will not take an independent assignment in another unit
• No on-call requirements
• EMR: Cerner
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license in Indiana (IN) or a Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and STABLE — none may expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start date
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• Level 3 NICU experience specifically required
• A valid Driver's License is required for consideration
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted

Additional Information

• Provides direct bedside care to a diverse NICU patient population, from stable feeder-growers to critical Level 3 infants
• Orientation consists of two 12-hour shifts
• Navy blue scrubs required
• RTO requests must be less than one week for the duration of the contract
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any CHS facility within the past 2 years are not eligible for this position
• First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded, but 2 years of NICU experience is required