Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Fargo, ND
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,646/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a dedicated neonatal care team as a NICU Registered Nurse in Fargo, ND. Provide specialized care for critically ill and intermediate neonates in a high-acuity Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit while working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Based in Fargo, North Dakota, this travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to support a growing healthcare environment in a welcoming Upper Midwest city known for its community feel, parks, and riverfront recreation.
Job Details
- Position: Travel NICU Registered Nurse
- Setting: Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Location: Fargo, ND
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,360 - $2,480
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Shift Duration: 12-hour rotating day/night shifts
- Schedule: Rotating shifts with every other weekend required
- Assignment Length: 12 weeks
- Charting System: Epic
- Care Setting: Acute care
- Openings: 3
Job Requirements
- At least 2 years of NICU nursing experience
- Active RN license with eligibility for North Dakota and Compact licensure
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association
- Current NRP certification
- Experience in a Level III NICU strongly preferred
- Ability and willingness to float to PICU and Pediatrics within scope
- Epic experience highly preferred
- Ability to provide skills checklists with submission
- Strong neonatal assessment, critical thinking, and clinical support skills
Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive neonatal nursing care, including assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, and documentation
- Support procedures such as intubation, spinal taps, PICC line placement, IV starts, and admissions
- Care for infants requiring ventilatory support, CPAP, nasal cannula, and oxygen therapy
- Administer oral and IV medications, manage umbilical lines, and assist with OG/NG feedings and G-tubes
- Monitor critically ill, intermediate, and growing infants while maintaining appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios
- Collaborate with the NICU team to promote safe, high-quality outcomes for newborns and families
- Participate in unit orientation, including Epic training and guided support for a smooth transition into this travel nursing role
Apply now for this Travel NICU Registered Nurse opportunity in Fargo, North Dakota, and join a healthcare team dedicated to exceptional neonatal care.
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.
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About Fargo, ND
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Fargo, ND here's what you should know:- Fargo's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 82°F, and average lows are around 58°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 18°F, and average lows are around 0°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Fargo, with options ranging from apartments to fully furnished homes.
- Many landlords and property management companies cater to the needs of temporary residents.
- Fargo is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses operated by MATBUS, providing convenient travel within the city and surrounding areas.
- Fargo has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses in winter.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of major healthcare facilities.
- Fargo offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, including Mediterranean, African, and regional cuisine.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with the iconic Fargo Theatre showcasing classic films and live performances.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like ice skating at Broadway Square in winter and the 'Music at the Square' series in summer.
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