NICU RN
Charlotte, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,916/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration20 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care650 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
- Length: 20 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Level 3/4 NICU RN for a night shift travel contract requiring 3 years of ICN experience and current BLS and NRP certification.
Details
- NICU (Level 3/4 ICN) hospital setting
- Patient ratios of 1:2-4
- Night shift, 3x12 hours (18:45-07:15), 36 hours per week
- No call requirements
- Float requirement to Peds/PICU/nursery caring for infants up to and including 12 months
- Weekend requirement of 3 Fridays, 3 Saturdays, and 3 Sundays over a 6-week period
- Self-scheduling per unit needs
- Contracts accepted for 13+ weeks
- Uses EPIC EMR, Pyxis, SBAR, and 4P systems
Requirements
- Active RN license (NC or Compact)
- Current BLS and NRP certifications required
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a Level 3 or 4 ICN/NICU required
- Ventilator management experience required
- Experience with high-risk deliveries, UAC/UVC, central line care, and gavage feedings preferred
- Experience with therapeutic hypothermia, nitric oxide therapy, and dysrhythmia interpretation preferred
- EPIC charting experience preferred
Additional Information
- Care for a diverse NICU patient population including premature infants as young as 22 weeks, surgical infants, and infants with hypoxic injury
- Perform specialized procedures including Tecotherm, BCPAP, Ram NC, HFOV, and use of Servo Vents, Alaris IV pumps, Baby Leo, and Giraffe warmers
- 24 hours of unit orientation provided
- Scrubs must be navy blue or white
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Travel pairs are allowed if on different units and disclosed at submission
- Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
- Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved as long as it does not fall on a holiday, with additional time requiring facility approval
- No RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment
- Local candidates within 50 miles are accepted at a lower rate
- Previous Novant Health or New Hanover PERM/PRN/EP employees must wait 12 months before reapplying, with facility approval required
Facility
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center
4 nurses recommend working with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center
Pros
Unit was helpful and friendly
Cons
I don’t have any thing bad to say about this facility or management
- Short Term Acute Care
- 650 beds
Employer
American Traveler
82 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Responsive, helpful, easy to work with and always checking in and making sure I’m covered when she’s not working. Helped me get the contract I needed
Cons
None
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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 Charlotte, NC
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Charlotte, NC here's what you should know:- Cost of living in Charlotte is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F, while in winter, average lows are around 30°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Charlotte, with options ranging from apartments to furnished homes.
- Charlotte is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation includes buses and light rail, but a car is recommended for convenience.
- Charlotte has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Charlotte.
- Charlotte offers a variety of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, sports events including professional basketball and football, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking and water sports.
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