Travel Contract

NICU RN
Issaquah, WA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,081/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date08/24/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,081/week

Description

Travel NICU Registered Nurse – Level II NICU in Issaquah, WA

Join a Level II NICU team in Issaquah, Washington, and provide compassionate neonatal nursing care in a supportive, high-acuity environment. This travel nurse opportunity in the Pacific Northwest offers the chance to care for vulnerable newborns while enjoying a highly desirable location near scenic lakes, wooded trails, and mountain views.

Job Details

  • Specialty: NICU Registered Nurse
  • Employment Type: Travel Contract
  • Setting: Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Start Date: 08/24/2026
  • End Date: 11/23/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,850 - $1,950
  • Location: Issaquah, WA
  • Schedule Notes: Nights, weekends as needed to support staffing needs
  • Floating: May be required to Postpartum or Labor & Delivery

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year of NICU RN experience required
  • Experience in a Level II NICU required
  • First-time travelers are not accepted
  • Current RN license required
  • BLS and NRP certifications required
  • Experience with charting systems required; any system experience accepted
  • Travel nursing experience preferred and aligned with the needs of the assignment
  • Strong clinical skills caring for infants 29-34 weeks and unstable newborns
  • Ability to provide two professional references covering at least 1 year within the last 3 years

Responsibilities

  • Provide skilled neonatal nursing care to infants in a Level II NICU
  • Attend all deliveries and high-risk deliveries as needed
  • Support breathing treatments, CPAP/BiPAP, oxygen delivery, and surfactant administration
  • Assist with chest tube setup and care, drains, feeding tubes, PICC/central lines, UAC/UVC management, and syringe pumps
  • Help with procedure sedation, RSI-related support, cooling and warming blanket use, and neonatal stabilization
  • Care for newborns experiencing neonatal abstinence syndrome, isolation precautions, and feeding challenges
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support transition nursery, couplet care, and related newborn services
  • Float to Postpartum or Labor & Delivery when needed to support patient care

Apply now to join this travel NICU nursing opportunity in Issaquah, Washington, and make a meaningful impact in neonatal care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We 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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #505991. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: NICU

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Issaquah, WA

As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Issaquah, WA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Issaquah, WA is higher than the national average, particularly in terms of housing and transportation.
  • Wages may be higher to match the increased cost of living.
Weather
  • The average summer high in Issaquah is around 75°F, while the average winter low is around 35°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Issaquah, but they may require some searching as they are not as abundant as in larger cities.
Transportation
  • Issaquah is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
  • Having a car is often necessary for getting around the area.
Demographics
  • Issaquah has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Issaquah offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
  • The city also has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the numerous hiking trails and parks in the area.
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