Travel Contract

NICU RN
New Brunswick, NJ
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,603/week

Posted 5 days ago

Overview

Start Date11/02/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

2% higher than average Registered Nurse / Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse pay in New Jersey

Estimated total pay

$2,603/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

New Jersey Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

NICU Registered Nurse

Overview

Travel/contract role in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Night shift: 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
36 hours per week
Contract length: 13 weeks
First-time travelers accepted
Locals accepted

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in New Jersey
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (2 years of experience)
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care experience within the last year
BLS issued by American Heart Association
NRP
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience with Epic

Preferred Qualifications

PALS
Charge experience
Experience with jet vents, oscillators, ECMO, UAC, CritiCool body cooling, and neonates received via transport

Clinical Experience and Skills

Developmental care
Patient/family teaching
Phlebotomy
Thermoregulation
Blood glucose monitoring
Phototherapy
Isolation/PPE
Sepsis workup
Blood and blood product administration
A-line management
Central and implanted line care
IV starts and maintenance
UAC/UVC
Anti-seizure medications
Antibiotics/antivirals
IV vasopressors
Neonatal dose calculations
Steroids
Surfactants
Insulin
Breastfeeding support
Breast milk handling
Bottle, breast, and gavage feedings
NEC care
Oral/NG/NJ tube placement
Bubble CPAP
HFNC
Chest tubes
Meconium aspiration care
Oxygen delivery systems
RDS care
ETT/NT suctioning
Vapotherm
Vent management including AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BiPAP/PEEP

Scheduling and Unit Details

Every other weekend required
Must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays, per unit needs
Candidates must float within their skillset
Floating may include Newborn, Peds, and PICU for appropriate assignments
Will not attend high-risk deliveries
Unit includes neonates 29–34 weeks and >34 weeks gestation
Ratios: 1:2 in NICU; 1:3–4 in SCN

Charting

EPIC experience required

Employer

Host Healthcare

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266 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

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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 New Brunswick, NJ

As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in New Brunswick, NJ here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
Wages generally match the higher cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F.
Winter average highs of 40°F and lows of 25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
Many furnished apartment complexes cater to short term renters.

Transportation

Car friendliness is moderate, with traffic congestion during peak hours.
Public transportation options include buses and trains for commuting within and outside the city.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and asthma.
New Brunswick has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major medical centers.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
Rich art and music scene with theaters and live music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college games and local recreational activities.
Nearby outdoor activities include parks and nature reserves for hiking and relaxation.

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