NICU RN
Richmond, VA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

NICU Registered Nurse – Travel Nurse Contract in Richmond, VA | Level IV NICU

Experienced NICU Registered Nurse (NICU RN) needed for a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Richmond, Virginia. Join a high-acuity Level IV NICU and bring your neonatal intensive care expertise to a collaborative team supporting critically ill newborns and their families. Richmond offers a vibrant city setting with historic charm, convenient accessibility, and a welcoming local atmosphere, making it an appealing place to live and work during your assignment.

Job Details

• Position: NICU Registered Nurse (NICU RN)
• Employment Type: Travel Nurse / Travel RN
• Healthcare Setting: Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Location: Richmond, VA
• Schedule: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (12-hour nights)
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,950 - $2,060
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Orientation: 36 hours
• Weekend Coverage: Required
• Floating: May float within scope as needed

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of NICU nursing experience required
• Prior travel nurse experience required
• Active Virginia RN license or compact state RN license in hand at time of submission
• Epic charting experience required
• BLS and NRP certification required
• BSN preferred
• Ability to work night shifts and provide weekend coverage
• 2 professional references required
• Strong clinical skills in neonatal care, high-acuity patient management, and critical care nursing

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to neonates in a Level IV NICU setting
• Monitor and support critically ill newborns requiring advanced medical and surgical interventions
• Administer medications, manage IV therapy, and support respiratory care interventions
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other interdisciplinary healthcare team members
• Perform ongoing assessments, document care in Epic, and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
• Support family education, developmental care, and compassionate communication for newborns and caregivers
• Float within scope when needed and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced neonatal care environment

If you are an experienced NICU RN seeking rewarding Virginia nursing jobs, this travel nurse opportunity in Richmond offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while advancing your neonatal nursing career.

Apply now to join a respected neonatal care team in Richmond, Virginia and take the next step in your travel nursing career.

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.