NICU RN
Baltimore, MD
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,806/weekOverview
- Start Date10/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility Information1:2 Patient ratioShort Term Acute Care113 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 27, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a NICU II/Special Care Nursery position requiring 2 years of recent neonatal experience and prior travel assignment experience.
Details
- Work in the NICU II/Special Care Nursery unit of a hospital
- Patient ratio of 1:2-3
- Night shift schedule (4x12 hours), 18:50-07:20
- Every other weekend required, with variable weekend coverage
- Float to Mother/Baby unit required (newborn assignments only)
- Patient population includes neonates 29 weeks and older
- Treats conditions including neonatal opioid withdrawal, hyperbilirubinemia, tachypnea of the newborn, feeder/growers, boarders, and sepsis
- Attends high-risk deliveries
- Performs CPAP, short-term ventilator support, umbilical vein catheter setup, and gavage feeding
- Cerner charting system experience preferred
Requirements
- Active RN license - MD license or compact license required
- Current certifications: BLS, NRP, and STABLE (STABLE in hand preferred at time of consideration; if not held, must schedule class after signing)
- Minimum 2 years of recent NICU/Special Care Nursery experience within the last 7 years
- Must have completed at least 1 previous travel assignment
- Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum 80% overall score and 100% on lethal rhythms
- Skills required include neonatal dosage calculations, APGAR scoring, developmental care, thermoregulation, IV therapy, UVC management, and assistance with lumbar puncture
- Experience with bubble CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, ventilator management, and suctioning (ETT, NT)
- Two supervisory references required, including one from the most recent assignment, supporting at least 2 years of experience in the previous 3 years
- PALS and UAC experience preferred
- Community hospital and Level 1 Nursery experience preferred
- Charge and preceptor experience preferred but not required
Additional Information
- Provide direct nursing care within the NICU II/Special Care Nursery setting
- Scrubs provided
- Flu vaccine required for all employees
- Must reside within a 60-mile radius for local rate eligibility
- No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment
- Maximum of 7 days RTO permitted per 13-week contract
- Previous MedStar employees must have been separated for a minimum of one year before returning as a traveler
- First-time travelers are not eligible; prior travel assignment experience is required
Facility
MedStar Harbor Hospital
- 1:2 Patient ratioVerified by 26 Vivian users
- Short Term Acute Care
- 113 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
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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.
Baltimore, MD
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