NICU RN
Santa Maria, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,662/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care353 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 3
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level 3 NICU position requiring NRP certification and at least 2 years of recent neonatal ICU experience.
Details
- Acute care setting in a Level 3 NICU with 21 beds, alongside a Peds unit (8 beds) and future PICU (4 beds)
- Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3 in NICU, 1:1 to 1:4 in Peds, and 1:1 to 1:2 in PICU
- Cares for neonates from 23 weeks gestation and above, including feeders/growers and cooling cases
- Utilizes high frequency oscillators, Draeger vents, CPAP, and high flow nasal cannula
- Cerner EMR used for charting
- 12-hour day shifts from 7a-7p with self-scheduling
- Every other weekend required, with 2 major holidays
- Charge nurse typically assigned in NICU
- No nurse aides on the unit
- RT and pharmacy support available 24/7, no IV team
- Standby call required occasionally during low census
- Floating required to Nursery and Peds, and occasionally Mother Baby for those with applicable experience
- Unit-specific orientation includes 2-3 shifts in NICU and 2 shifts in Peds
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required
- BLS and NRP certifications required
- PALS and STABLE certifications preferred
- Minimum 2 years of recent NICU experience required
- Experience with high frequency oscillators and ventilators required
- Cooling experience preferred
- Comfortable managing complex neonatal cases, though ECMO-level experience not required
Additional Information
- Provide direct nursing care to neonatal and pediatric patients within a Level 3 NICU
- Navy scrub color required
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply since prior travel experience is not required
- Collaborate with an in-house neonatologist, though not present 24/7
Facility
Marian Regional Medical Center
3 nurses recommend working with Marian Regional Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 353 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
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.
Santa Maria, CA
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