NICU Registered Nurse
San Antonio, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,791/weekOverview
- Start Date06/22/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
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
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (NICU) - Travel Position
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Provide independent nursing care in a Level 4 NICU setting, caring for neonatal patients ranging from feeder growers to complex ICU cases. Manage routine and complex care, make appropriate assignments, and delegate to other care providers as needed.
Work Schedule
- Night shift: 7 PM – 7 AM
- Weekend requirement: 4 weekends per six weeks, including two Mondays and two Fridays
Patient Ratio
- 1:2, 1:3, or 1:4 (with CNA support for 1:4 assignments)
Responsibilities
- Deliver nursing care consistent with ANA Scope and Standards of Practice using the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation)
- Address complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families
- Administer medications and treatments per protocol; monitor side effects and effectiveness
- Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided
- Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers
- Meet organizational competency standards including leadership expectations
Required Qualifications
Education
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience
- Minimum 1 year of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience within the last year
Certifications & Licenses
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
- Current BLS Certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Current STABLE certification (Post-resuscitation/Pre-transport Stabilization Care of Sick Infants)
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
Orientation & Onboarding
- New experienced RNs must complete New Nurses Orientation within 30 days of hire
- Precepted by trained staff with competency validations including organizational entry and Perinatal Services-specific competencies
- Completion of all annual competency verifications required
Additional Notes
- This position requires working night shifts and meeting weekend coverage requirements
- CNA support is provided for higher patient ratios to ensure quality care
No prior travel experience requirement specified.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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.
About San Antonio, TX
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in San Antonio, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in San Antonio is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 95°F, while the average low in winter is around 40°F, offering a mix of hot summers and mild winters.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in San Antonio, with a variety of choices available for travel nurses.
- San Antonio is relatively car-friendly, with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system, providing convenient travel within the city.
- San Antonio is a diverse city with a wide range of demographics.
- It has a relatively young population, and common health issues may include allergies due to the climate.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area, creating a supportive community.
- San Antonio offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a rich cultural heritage with art and music events, and a strong focus on sports and outdoor activities.
- The River Walk, the Alamo, and the Tower of the Americas are popular attractions for both locals and visitors.
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