NICU RN
Eureka, CA
Catalytic Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,296/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Sick pay
- Life insurance
- Referral bonus
- Health savings account
- Discount program
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- License and certification reimbursement
- Pet insurance
Description
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
NICU Registered Nurse (Night Shift, Travel)
Location: Eureka, California Employment type: Travel/Contract Contract length: 13 weeks
Schedule
- Night shift, 3 x 12-hour shifts (18:00 to 06:00)
- 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
- Start time: 18:00
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in California
- NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care) experience of 1 year, with experience obtained within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Certifications (Conditional on Job Description)
The source lists the following as required only if the job description (UD) specifies them. If no UD is linked, the source defers to clinical tracks.
- BLS, ACLS, PALS: AHA (Instructor, Provider, or RQI) or Heart & Stroke certification from the Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation only
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure): Current certification from AAP, AHA, or the Canadian Paediatric Society
- IV Certification
Background and Verification
- Background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived or worked in the past 7 years; updated annually
- Education verification (third-party) required; for RNs, verify the nursing degree
- EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG searches within 30 days of start, updated monthly
- Driver's license or state ID and Social Security card required
- E-Verify attestation required
- State patrol and state-specific searches apply to Washington and border placements only
Health Requirements
- TB: Negative IGRA/TSPOT, QuantiFERON-Gold, or 2 PPDs within 12 months of start, or proof of past positive TB with a chest X-ray
- Drug screen: 9-panel drug screen within 12 months of start; instant results accepted
- Physical exam: Within 1 year of start, signed by an MD, NP, PA, DO, or APRN
- Immunizations:
- Tdap within 10 years (declination acceptable)
- Two MMR vaccines (measles, mumps, rubella) or positive titer
- Varicella: two vaccines or positive titer
- Hepatitis B: signed declination, or documentation of both a positive titer and vaccination
- Influenza vaccine during flu season, or declination
- COVID: vaccination record preferred; declination not required
- Respiratory protection (travel): RespSafety clearance required and renewed annually; fit mask testing required, and any mask type is acceptable
Competencies and Training
- Skills checklist required for the applicable unit, updated annually
- Competency exam and medication test required as applicable to profession and specialty
- Annual regulatory modules (about 3.5 hours), with pre-start modules required for California
Employer
Catalytic Solutions
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
About Eureka, CA
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.
- Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.
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