NICU Registered Nurse
Apple Valley, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,063/weekOverview
- Start Date06/30/2026
- 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
NICU Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - California, Apple Valley
Job Details
- Specialty: Registered Nurse (NICU Level III)
- Location: Apple Valley, California
- Employment Type: Travel/Contract
- Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 18:00 - 6:30)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: ASAP
- Unit Birth Volume: Approximately 190 births per month
- Scheduling: Weekends every other week, may exceed to meet unit needs
- Floating: No floating between units required
- On-call: Not required
- Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
- Local Radius: 50 miles
Required Experience
- Minimum 2 years nursing experience
- At least 1 year of NICU specialty experience
- First-time travel nurses accepted
Required Certifications
- BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
Facility Information
- Acute Care Hospital
- Total Staffed Beds: 212
- Charting System: Epic
- Parking: Free
- RN Scrub Color: Navy Blue
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in California
- NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care experience within the last year (minimum 1 year)
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- NRP
- PALS issued by American Heart Association or Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this NICU RN travel contract position in Apple Valley, CA.
Employer
Host Healthcare
246 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
I’m a couple weeks from completing my first travel contract with Host and Alison, and it has been a thoroughly positive experience. Alison is very prompt, professional, and so much fun to work with. In the only situation in which my facility disputed something about my claimed pay, Alison knew immediately whom to loop in to the conversation and the dispute was resolved in my favor within a few hours. Throughout this process, Alison has been reliable and supportive.
Cons
Initially I had hoped that perhaps Host would be more directly involved in my licensing and onboarding requirements. However, as I have spoken with several travelers here who have far more experience than I, they have led me to believe that actually my process was as smooth or smoother than most. In the end, I have been unwaveringly happy that my first travel assignment has been in Alison’s attentive care through Host.
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 Apple Valley, CA
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Apple Valley, CA here's what you should know:- Apple Valley'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 are around 95°F, with lows around 60°F.
- Winter highs average around 60°F, with lows around 30°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Apple Valley, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Apple Valley is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population in Apple Valley is diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the desert climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Apple Valley offers a variety of restaurants, especially with a focus on American cuisine.
- There are opportunities to explore art and music, and outdoor activities such as hiking and camping are popular due to the proximity to national parks and forests.
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