Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Fort Wayne, IN
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,394/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date09/21/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Description

Travel NICU RN – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Travel NICU RN opportunity in Fort Wayne, Indiana! Join a high-acuity neonatal intensive care team, provide expert bedside care, and make a meaningful impact on newborns and families.

Join a high-acuity Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and make a meaningful impact on the lives of newborns and their families. This travel RN opportunity offers the chance to work in a supportive acute care environment with a strong clinical team, advanced charting tools, and a patient ratio designed to promote focused, quality care. Located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, this assignment places you in a welcoming Midwest city known for its friendly community, easy access to parks and trails, and a comfortable balance of urban convenience and local charm.

Job Details

  • Position: Travel NICU RN
  • Employment Type: Travel Nurse Assignment
  • Setting: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
  • Start Date: 09/21/2026
  • End Date: 02/22/2027
  • Assignment Length: 22 weeks
  • Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00pm - 7:00am
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130 - $2,250
  • Charting System: EPIC
  • Patient Ratio: 1:1 or 1:2
  • Orientation: 8 hours of non-billable orientation; mandatory attendance required
  • Floating: May float to age-appropriate Peds/PICU

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of Level III NICU experience
  • Current Indiana RN license
  • BLS certification from AHA
  • NRP certification
  • Strong neonatal critical care and patient care skills
  • Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and maintain a consistent 36-hour weekly schedule
  • Experience with EPIC charting preferred
  • Willingness to float to appropriate pediatric critical care areas as needed

Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality care for neonatal patients in a NICU environment
  • Monitor patient conditions closely and respond appropriately to changes in clinical status
  • Administer medications and perform treatments in accordance with nursing standards
  • Document assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately in EPIC
  • Work collaboratively with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to support optimal patient outcomes
  • Maintain a calm, organized, and efficient approach in a fast-paced acute care setting
  • Support families with professionalism, empathy, and clear communication
  • Follow unit protocols, safety procedures, and assignment expectations throughout the contract

If you are an experienced NICU RN seeking travel nurse jobs in Indiana, apply now to join this Fort Wayne neonatal intensive care assignment and bring your clinical expertise to a dedicated healthcare team.

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 #513073. 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

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About Fort Wayne, IN

As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Fort Wayne, IN here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 84°F and lows of 63°F.
  • Average winter highs of 32°F and lows of 18°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with a well-maintained road system.
  • Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
  • Fort Wayne has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, sports events including minor league baseball and hockey, and numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the rivers.
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