NICU RN
New Brunswick, NJ
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,646/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Experienced NICU Registered Nurse needed for a 13-week travel nursing assignment in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Join a high-acuity Level IV NICU team in a respected academic medical environment and provide exceptional neonatal care with strong interdisciplinary support, modern clinical resources, and convenient access to Central New Jersey and major metro areas.
Job Details
- Position: NICU Registered Nurse
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Contract
- Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts (19:00 - 07:30)
- Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts per week; every other weekend and holiday coverage required
- Hours per Week: 36
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,360 - $2,480
- Setting: Level IV NICU environment accepting Level III NICU experience
- Charting System: EPIC experience required
- Floating: May float within skillset to Newborn, Pediatrics, and PICU as needed
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
Job Requirements
- 2+ years of current Level III NICU experience required
- Active New Jersey RN license or Compact RN license required at time of submission
- Current BLS and NRP required
- PALS preferred
- EPIC charting experience required
- Strong clinical skills in neonatal care, including thermoregulation, blood glucose monitoring, phototherapy, and sepsis workups
- Experience with ventilator support, CPAP, HFNC, UAC/UVC, central line care, and neonatal medication management preferred
- Ability to work every other weekend and provide holiday coverage
- Comfortable floating within scope to related pediatric units when needed
- First-time travelers and local candidates are welcome
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate, evidence-based care to neonates in a high-acuity NICU setting
- Monitor and assess infant condition, respond to changes, and collaborate with the care team on treatment plans
- Administer medications and therapies, including blood products, antibiotics, antivirals, surfactants, steroids, and vasopressors as ordered
- Support respiratory care with therapies such as bubble CPAP, HFNC, ventilator management, and suctioning
- Manage IVs, arterial lines, central lines, UAC/UVC access, and related neonatal procedures
- Assist with feeding support, breast milk handling, gavage feeds, and family education
- Document care accurately in EPIC and maintain clear communication with the interdisciplinary team
- Follow unit protocols for infection prevention, developmental care, thermoregulation, and safety
- Adapt to floating assignments within your scope while maintaining excellent patient care standards
Apply now to join this NICU travel nurse opportunity in New Brunswick, NJ, and advance your neonatal nursing career today.
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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About New Brunswick, NJ
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in New Brunswick, NJ here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages generally match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F.
- Winter average highs of 40°F and lows of 25°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Many furnished apartment complexes cater to short term renters.
- Car friendliness is moderate, with traffic congestion during peak hours.
- Public transportation options include buses and trains for commuting within and outside the city.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and asthma.
- New Brunswick has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major medical centers.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Rich art and music scene with theaters and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college games and local recreational activities.
- Nearby outdoor activities include parks and nature reserves for hiking and relaxation.
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