NICU RN
Brownwood, TX
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,686/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care112 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a NICU RN for a night shift position requiring 2 years of NICU experience and TX or compact RN license.
Details
- Work in the NICU unit of a hospital setting
- Level II/III NICU experience ideal, caring for neonates from 29 weeks to full term
- Acuity-based staffing including stabilization, transfer prep, and well baby care
- Patient ratio of 1:3
- Night shift, 4x12 hours, 18:45-07:00
- Every other weekend required
- Will consider 36 or 48 hour commitments
Requirements
- Active TX or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NRP
- Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
- Allscripts charting experience required
- Skilled in IV therapy, starting and maintaining IVs, UAC/UVC, and central line blood draws
- Experience administering medications including antibiotics, antivirals, and surfactants with accurate neonatal dosage calculations
- Skilled in APGAR scoring, thermoregulation, phlebotomy, and developmental care
- Experience with respiratory care including CPAP, HFNC, ventilator management, and suctioning
- Experience with neonatal sepsis management and isolation precautions
- Experience with gastrointestinal care including feedings, NG/OG/NJ tube management, and breastfeeding support
Additional Information
- Attend high-risk deliveries and provide care for neonates in Level I, II, and III nursery settings
- Provide care for conditions such as hyperbilirubinemia, NEC, gastroschisis/omphalocele, and neonatal abstinence syndrome
- May assist with lumbar punctures and manage therapeutic hypothermia (cooling blanket) protocols
- Candidates must be available to complete required lab work within 72 hours of accepting an offer or have a documented plan in place
- Facility conducts its own onsite drug screening upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with any positive result resulting in automatic cancellation
- Travel experience preferred but not required
- Previous permanent staff must have a 1-year separation before returning as a traveler
- Candidates must reside within a 150-mile radius to be considered local
- Local candidates are not accepted for this position
Facility
Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood
Pros
Travel friendly, great staff, clean ER, everyone really helps out good team nursing skills. You will see snd learn alot at this ER. Night shift is were its at, great team.
Cons
High acuity and often short staffed. Very busy. Probably one of the hardest places ive worked but you see ALOT and use your skills!! Tired after every shift. Definitely not for the weak. You really need some experience to work here.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 112 beds
Employer
American Traveler
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I am having a wonderful experience working with Sebrona! She is very warm, kind, patient, professional, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process. Communication has been simple and clear, and she makes sure I feel informed and valued every step of the way. I truly appreciate her dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to helping me find the right opportunities. I highly recommend working with her!
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
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 Brownwood, TX
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Brownwood, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs in the 90s°F and winter lows in the 30s°F.
- Summers can be hot, and winters are relatively mild with occasional cold snaps.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, with options for furnished apartments and houses.
- Car friendliness is high, as Brownwood is a car-dependent city.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the climate.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, occasional art and music events, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing, and local sports events.
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