American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Urbana, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neonatal ICU (NICU) position in Urbana, IL, requiring an active IL RN license and a minimum of one year of relevant nursing experience.
Details
- Night shift position, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 3x12-hour shifts per week
- 36 hours per week, no on-call requirements
- NICU setting caring for neonatal patients
- Responsibilities include monitoring intake/output, assisting with breastfeeding initiation, and participating in multi-disciplinary rounds
- 5 weekend shifts required per 6-week schedule
- Every other holiday coverage required
- No floating requirements
- Epic EMR experience required
Requirements
- Active IL RN license in good standing required (temporary license accepted)
- Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Current NRP certification (American Heart Association)
- Minimum 1 year of relevant nursing experience
- ASN required; BSN preferred
- Epic EMR experience required
- Level 1 Trauma experience required
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify
Additional Information
- Performs comprehensive patient assessments, develops and modifies individualized care plans, and implements nursing interventions for neonatal patients
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation to support continuity of care across the healthcare team
- Administers medications using barcode scanning technology
- Supports patient and staff safety by identifying and reporting hazards
- Candidate selection involves a leader interview
- RTO may not exceed 7 days for the duration of the 13-week contract
- Candidates who have been on continuous assignment with this health system for 1 year must take a 6-month break before returning to any of their locations
- 13-week contract
American Traveler Job ID #P-729123. 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.