NICU Registered Nurse
Fort Wayne, IN
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,929/weekOverview
- Start Date08/10/2026
- 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 Assignment
Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights, 7 PM – 7 AM
Hours per Week: 36
Unit Beds: 40
Patient Ratio: 1:1 to 1:3
Block Scheduling: Yes
Floating: Required (may float to help in other areas but does not take assignments in other units)
Call Requirements: None
Scrub Color: Navy blue
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
Job Description
Provide nursing care in a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for a range of patients from stable feeder growers to critically ill neonates.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Indiana
- Minimum 2 years of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience, with experience within the last year
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, STABLE
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Driver's License
- Must be located more than 50 miles from the facility (local candidates not accepted)
- Required to submit all licenses and certifications with application (including driver’s license and permanent home address matching ID)
Orientation
- 2 shifts of 12 hours each
Additional Information
- Maximum allowed time off during assignment: 1 week
- No prior travel experience explicitly required
- Must be willing to float within the facility as needed (excluding other unit assignments)
Employer
Host Healthcare
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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.
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About Fort Wayne, IN
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Fort Wayne, IN here's what you should know:- Slightly 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 of 84°F and lows of 63°F.
- Average winter highs of 32°F and lows of 18°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with a well-maintained road system.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Fort Wayne has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, sports events including minor league baseball and hockey, and numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the rivers.
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