Travel Level IV NICU Registered Nurse - $1,792 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Level IV NICU position at an academic medical center in Winston-Salem, NC, requiring 2 years of NICU experience and NRP certification.

Details

• Level IV NICU at a large academic medical center and Level I Trauma hospital with 885 licensed adult beds and 196 pediatric beds
• Patient population includes premature infants from 23 weeks gestation through term, with varying acuity levels including surgical patients (NEC, CDH, etc.)
• Average daily census of 71 patients
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation (minimum)
• No on-call requirements
• Floating may be required to General Pediatrics, PICU, Adolescent Pediatrics, and Pediatric Hem/Onc
• EMR: Epic
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NC RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS and NRP
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in basic ventilator management, central line management, and pre/post-surgical care
• Experience with tracheostomy management, G-tube management, and blood transfusions
• Infant venous stick skills required
• Breastfeeding support, bottle feeding, and gavage feeding experience required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted
• Former permanent employees of any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible
• Unit is supported by nursing assistants at a 1:20 ratio and 2 Charge RNs per shift
• Orientation includes NEO onboarding plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays
• Time off requests require Resource Team approval
• Scrubs: Royal Blue
• Free parking available on site

American Traveler Job ID #P-731886. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Neonatal ICU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.