Travel Contract

NICU RN
Fort Wayne, IN
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,394/week

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Description

Travel NICU Registered Nurse Job in Fort Wayne, Indiana (46845)

Join a leading Neonatal Intensive Care Unit as a Travel NICU Registered Nurse in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Known for its welcoming community, affordable living, and convenient access to parks, dining, and cultural attractions, Fort Wayne offers a comfortable and appealing setting for travel nurses. This 13-week travel nursing job offers the chance to deliver high-acuity neonatal care, work alongside a supportive clinical team, and make a meaningful impact on fragile newborns and their families.

Job Details

  • Position: NICU Registered Nurse
  • Employment Type: Travel Nursing
  • Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana 46845
  • Start Date: 10/05/2026
  • End Date: 01/04/2027
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,130 - $2,250
  • Setting: Acute care Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
  • Bed Size: 31 beds
  • Float Expectations: May float to age-appropriate Pediatric/PICU areas
  • Charting System: EPIC
  • Orientation: 8 hours of non-billable orientation
  • Dress Code: Caribbean blue scrubs

Job Requirements

  • Current Indiana RN license
  • Minimum of 2 years of Level III NICU experience
  • BLS certification from AHA
  • NRP certification
  • Strong clinical skills in neonatal patient care
  • Ability to work 36 hours per week on night shift
  • Willingness to complete all required orientation days
  • Flexibility to float to age-appropriate Pediatric/PICU units when needed

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality nursing care to NICU patients in a fast-paced acute care environment
  • Monitor neonatal status and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
  • Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support patient outcomes
  • Document patient care thoroughly in the EPIC charting system
  • Maintain safe medication practices using Pyxis medication administration systems
  • Support families with compassionate communication and education
  • Adapt to unit needs, including floating to appropriate pediatric care areas when assigned

If you are an experienced NICU RN seeking travel nurse jobs in Indiana, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in neonatal nursing. Apply now to join a compassionate healthcare team in Fort Wayne!

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 #519089. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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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professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

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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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