Travel Contract

Neonatal ICU RN
Brownsville, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,653/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,653/week

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Qualifications

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

License

Texas Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Job Opportunity: RN - NICU (Travel)

Location: Brownsville, Texas
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Specialty & Experience Requirements

Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Required Years of Experience: Minimum 4 years in NICU Level III - IV
Certifications Required:
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- STABLE
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
Licenses: Registered Nurse License
Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Unit Information

Unit Type: Neonatal Intensive Care
Number of Beds: 10 NICU beds, 8 Stepdown beds
Staffing:
- Day Shift: 1 charge nurse, up to 4 RNs
- Night Shift: 1 charge nurse, up to 4 RNs
Patient Ratios: 1:3 and 1:1
Equipment Used:
- HFNC (High Flow Nasal Cannula)
- Ventilators
- SiPAP
- HFOV (High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation)
- Central Lines, PIV (Peripheral IV)
- Feeding Pumps, IV Pumps
EMR System: CPN/Meditech

Skills & Procedures

Must Have:
- Minimum 2 years NICU Level III - IV experience (part of the 4 years total requirement)
- RN, NRP, STABLE certifications
Preferred:
- Additional NICU Level III - IV experience beyond minimum
Typical Procedures Performed:
- Intubations (performed by providers)
- Chest Tubes, PICC lines, Central Lines (performed by providers)

Work Environment & Culture

Personality Fit:
- Works well with others
- Willingness to help
- Proactive attitude
Floating Areas: Newborn Nursery
Dress Code: Royal Blue scrubs
Weekend Shifts: Minimum 6 weekend shifts per month (Friday through Sunday)

This position is ideal for experienced NICU RNs looking for a travel opportunity in a Level III-IV NICU setting with a supportive team and advanced neonatal care equipment.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1034 reviews)

222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Cassie Jo is an absolute ROCKSTAR. She is on top of everything, insanely quick to respond, always ready to remedy any confusion or errors, such an incredible nurse advocate—will go to bat for you in the blink of an eye—as organized as anything I’ve ever seen, and just genuinely kind, caring, and compassionate. I seriously cannot say enough incredible things about her. She is the best and I am so thankful for all of her help, guidance, knowledge, organization, reassurance, skill, and friendliness.

Cons

absolutely NOTHING.

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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Review of Cassie Marchi on Feb 4, 2026

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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Brownsville, TX

As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Brownsville, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of around 90°F and lows of around 75°F.
Winter average highs of around 70°F and lows of around 50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with good road infrastructure.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of cultures due to its proximity to the Mexican border.
Wide age range with a significant elderly population.
Common health issues include diabetes and obesity.
Brownsville has a large population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to the border.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican cuisine.
Cultural attractions include museums showcasing military aircraft, indigenous dress, and costumes.
Outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, surfing, and birdwatching are popular at Boca Chica State Park and Sabal Palm Sanctuary.

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