NICU RN
Lubbock, TX
Med Ninjas
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,239/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration26 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$972/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,267/week
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Medical benefits
Description
RN – NICU Travel
Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – NICU
Specialty: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Facility: Children’s Hospital / Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
Staff Beds: 181
Schedule & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of NICU experience
- Preferred: Level III NICU experience; facility is a Level IV NICU
- Patient Ratios: 1:2–4
- Weekends: Required — 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week period, variable/self-scheduling
- Block Scheduling: Required
- On-Call: No
- Float: Yes, may float between units
- 48 Hours: Not approved
- Contract Length: Standard 13 weeks; longer contracts may be considered
- Scrub Color: Navy for RNs
- Parking: Free parking in unrestricted spaces; bike racks available
Facility
Covenant Children's Hospital

- Childrens
Employer
Med Ninjas
At Med Ninjas, we make travel healthcare simple, so you can focus on what matters: caring for patients. We match nurses and allied professionals with assignments that fit their lives, backed by a team that actually picks up the phone.
We're a staffing agency built around one idea: healthcare professionals deserve a partner as invested in their success as they are in their patients'.
On assignment with Med Ninjas, you get medical, 401(k), housing/travel support, plus a dedicated recruiter who knows your name and your goals. With a 5.0 rating from our travelers, we earn that trust one assignment at a time.
Travel with confidence. Grow with Med Ninjas.
About Lubbock, TX
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Lubbock, TX here's what you should know:- Lubbock's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 90-95°F, while winter lows can range from 25-30°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Lubbock, and they are relatively easy to find due to the presence of Texas Tech University.
- Lubbock is car-friendly, with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Lubbock has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the agricultural surroundings.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and the university.
- Lubbock offers a vibrant arts and music scene, with live music concerts during the summer and the Buddy Holly Center dedicated to the rock 'n roll pioneer.
- There are also plenty of delicious eateries, BBQ joints, and a winery for touring and tasting.
- Outdoor activities include exploring the High Plains vistas and visiting the Bayer Museum of Agriculture.
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