NICU RN
Spokane, WA
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a NICU position requiring Epic experience and at least 1-2 years of NICU nursing experience.

Details

• NICU III/IV level unit caring for neonates ranging from under 24 weeks to over 34 weeks gestation
• Patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3 depending on acuity
• Day shift schedule, 4x12 hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Variable weekend shifts required
• Floating between units required, with potential float to sister facilities
• No on-call responsibilities
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required in hand at submission
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum of 1-2 years of NICU RN experience required
• Experience with 1:3 patient ratio required
• Proficiency in Epic charting system required
• Clinical skills required include IV therapy, blood product administration, arterial and central line management, UAC/UVC care, and neonatal medication administration
• Experience with respiratory support including CPAP, HFNC, high frequency ventilation, nitric oxide, oscillators, and ventilator management
• Experience with neonatal conditions such as NAS, seizure disorders, NEC, hyperbilirubinemia, and neonatal sepsis
• Skills in therapeutic hypothermia, phototherapy, and developmental care
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Must disclose any prior work history with the health system, including permanent, travel, or per-diem roles

Additional Information

• Provide direct bedside care to critically ill neonates across varying acuity levels and gestational ages
• Perform specialized procedures including lumbar puncture assistance, chest tube management, and tracheostomy care
• Support families with patient/family teaching and breastfeeding support
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront; minimal RTO preferred to expedite offer process
• Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the facility for local rate consideration
• Former permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month waiting period, provided they reside outside a 50-mile radius
• First-time travelers are not preferred for this role