Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Montclair, NJ
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs
$1,714/weekOverview
- Start Date01/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career as a NICU Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Montclair, NJ. Provide expert neonatal care in a Level III/IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and join a leading healthcare team in one of New Jersey’s most vibrant communities, just minutes from New York City. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in this rewarding NICU nursing job.
Travel Nurse Job Details
- Location: Montclair, NJ 07042 – Premier New Jersey healthcare job with easy access to NYC arts, culture, and parks
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
- Unit: Level III/IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Start Date: January 19, 2026
- End Date: April 20, 2026
- Duration: 13-week contract
- Shift: Night shifts, 12 hours (19:00 - 07:30); options for 3x12 or 4x12 block schedule
- Hours per Week: 36
- Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend required
- Scrubs: Blue scrubs provided
- Documentation: EPIC charting system
- First-time Travel Nurses: Accepted
NICU RN Job Requirements
- Minimum 1.5 years of recent NICU Registered Nurse experience
- Active RN license (New Jersey or compact state)
- BLS and NRP certifications required
- Experience with EPIC documentation preferred
- Proficient in arterial line management, central line care, neonatal dosage calculations, ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP), and tube placement/management
- Ability to care for neonates 29-34 weeks and manage Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
- Travel nurses must reside outside a 50-mile radius of Montclair, NJ
NICU Nurse Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to neonates and infants in a Level III/IV NICU setting
- Monitor and manage ventilators, arterial and central lines, and feeding tubes
- Administer medications and perform neonatal dosage calculations
- Implement isolation precautions and manage Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome cases
- Document patient care using the EPIC healthcare charting system
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and social services
- Participate in weekend coverage as scheduled
Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now for this NICU Registered Nurse travel job in Montclair, New Jersey!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
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About Montclair, NJ
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Montclair, NJ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Montclair is higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing and transportation.
- Wages may be higher to match the cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and average lows are around 65°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 40°F, and average lows are around 20°F.
- Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive due to the high cost of living in the area.
- Montclair is car-friendly, but public transportation options are also available, including buses and trains for easy access to nearby cities.
- Montclair is a diverse community with a wide range of ages.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities in the area.
- Montclair offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby parks and hiking trails.
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