Travel Contract

NICU RN
Salt Lake City, UT
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,873/week

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Overview

Start Date10/05/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,873/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

Utah Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

RN - NICU

Job Overview

Travel RN position in Salt Lake City, Utah
13-week assignment
Night shift: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
36 hours per week
Rotating weekends: 4 weekend shifts per month

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Utah
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (2 years of experience)
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care experience within the last year
NRP
BLS
STABLE
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience working with Neonate patients
Experience caring for premature and critically ill neonates, including infants requiring respiratory support
Competency in management of patients receiving CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, and mechanical ventilation
Experience with umbilical lines (UAC/UVC), PICC lines, and central line management
Experience administering and monitoring parenteral nutrition (TPN/lipids), IV medications, and neonatal drips
Experience with Epic

Preferred Experience

Level IV NICU or regional referral NICU experience
Experience caring for micro-preemies and extremely low birth weight infants
Experience with high-frequency ventilation and inhaled nitric oxide
Experience assisting with and caring for infants after PICC insertion, chest tube placement, and neonatal procedures
Experience with therapeutic hypothermia protocols
Experience caring for infants with hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy

Unit Details

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with 32 beds
Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3 depending on acuity
Floating may include the well-baby nursery

Common Responsibilities

Neonatal resuscitation and stabilization
CPAP, HFNC, and mechanical ventilation management
Surfactant administration
UVC/UAC line management
PICC line management and maintenance
Peripheral IV insertion and management
Blood product administration
TPN and lipid administration
Phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia
NG and OG tube placement and feeding
Therapeutic hypothermia protocol management
Neonatal medication and infusion management
Neonatal sepsis evaluation and treatment
Discharge planning and caregiver education

Work Environment

Team-based care with neonatologists, NNPs, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary staff
Fast-paced, high-acuity neonatal setting
Hospital-laundered scrubs provided each shift

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1092 reviews)

268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.

Cons

None

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (RN)

Review of Tyler Hall on Aug 16, 2026

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About

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.

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About Salt Lake City, UT

As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Salt Lake City, UT here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Salt Lake City's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows are around 22°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals are available, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular neighborhoods.

Transportation

Salt Lake City is car-friendly, but it also has a decent public transportation system, including buses and light rail.

Demographics

Salt Lake City is fairly diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to air quality.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Salt Lake City offers a variety of restaurants, including a vibrant food truck scene.
It has a thriving arts and music community, and there are plenty of outdoor activities, including hiking, skiing, and water sports on the nearby Great Salt Lake.

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