Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,345 per week

First Connect Health
  • Chandler, AZ
  • $2,345 Per Week
5 days ago

Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Chandler, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/26/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

NIGHT-SHIFT NEONATAL ICU (NICU) RN CONTRACT – LEVEL II & SPECIAL CARE NURSERY

An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) in Chandler, Arizona (Greater Phoenix / East Valley area). Operating within a specialized 30-bed perinatal service line (12 private-room Level II NICU beds and 18 Special Care Nursery pod beds), this position features a stable 3x12 overnight schedule (19:00 PM - 07:00 AM / 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM). NO FLOATING OUTSIDE THE NICU! NO ON-CALL REQUIRED! The unit cares for infants 28 weeks gestation and above presenting with complex respiratory, metabolic, and neonatal complications. If you are an acute neonatal nurse skilled in mechanical ventilation, CPAP, umbilical line management, and neonatal resuscitations looking to earn $2,345/week with maximum tax-free stipends in Arizona, this contract is built for you!

PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE

  • Weekly Gross: $2,345.00
  • Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,625.00
  • Hourly W2 Rate: $20.00/hr (36 regular hours)
  • Overtime Rate: $30.00/hr

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

  • Schedule: Night shifts, 3x12-Hours (19:00 PM - 07:00 AM / 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM). Self-scheduling available (balanced by unit leadership).
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 regular hours guaranteed weekly.
  • On-Call Requirements:NO MANDATORY ON-CALL REQUIRED! (Voluntary on-call available per departmental needs at $7.00/hr).
  • Weekend & Holiday Coverage: 4 weekend shifts per 4-week scheduling period (Fri, Sat, Sun count toward night shift weekends); integrated into holiday rotation.
  • Unit Acuity & Staffing Ratios:
    • NICU: 1:2 ratio (12 private rooms).
    • Special Care Nursery (SCN): 1:3 ratio (18 pod beds).
    • 24/7 in-house Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NNPs), in-house Neonatologists on days, and dedicated 24/7 Respiratory Therapists managing ventilators. Total care nursing model (no unit aides).
  • Floating Scope:Travelers will not be floated out of the neonatal service line. May float between on-site NICU/SCN and affiliated regional sister NICU approximately 7 miles away as needed.
  • Clinical Scope & Patient Population: Caring for neonates 28+ weeks gestation with RDS, meconium aspiration, PPHN, IUGR, TTN, chorioamnionitis, sepsis, hyperbilirubinemia, and NAS.
  • Specialized Procedures & Devices: Vents (Puritan Bennett 840, Draeger), CPAP, RAM/Vapotherm high-flow cannulas, UAC/UVC line care, PICC lines, chest tubes, passive cooling, exchange transfusions, and blood product administration.
  • EMR System & Uniform: Cerner; Scrub color is Navy Blue.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of dedicated acute care Level II or Level III NICU clinical experience (must be recent within the last 6 months).
  • Licensure: Active Arizona RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal.
  • Certifications Required:
    • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS).
    • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
    • STABLE certification is preferred.
  • Orientation Competency Requirement: Pass/Fail Simulation Lab assessment (Foley catheter insertion competency) conducted on Day 1 of hospital orientation (study guides provided prior to start).

✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized maternal-child recruitment team. We ensure 100% upfront financial transparency, rapid credential mapping, and prioritized submittal review!

Location Details: Assignment is located in Chandler, AZ 85224 (Dept: NICU / Special Care Nursery). ⏱️ Assignment Timeline: 13-week contract running from October 12, 2026, through January 11, 2027 (Job ID: 1155093). Local Radius & Affiliation Rule: Candidates residing within a 50-mile radius are not accepted. Candidate cannot have worked full-time, part-time, or PRN with the health system or its affiliated entities within the past 12 months. Floating Protection: Travelers are strictly protected from floating outside of neonatal units (float limited to internal SCN/NICU pods or local sister facility NICU 7 miles away). Submittal Rules & Compliance: Active AZ or Compact RN license, AHA BLS, and NRP must be verified and uploaded with the initial packet. Verified Level II or Level III NICU experience within the past 6 months must be clearly detailed on the resume. Candidate must acknowledge the Day 1 Pass/Fail Simulation Lab requirement. Facility Cancellation Policy: Facility may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week contract. All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the submittal packet.

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Numbers & Facts

LocationChandler, AZ

Skills

  • Acute Careunmatched
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Catheterizationunmatched
  • Cernerunmatched
  • Clinical Medicineunmatched
  • Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Hospitalunmatched
  • Laboratory Analysisunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse (NIC)unmatched
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)unmatched
  • Neonatal Nursingunmatched
  • Neonatologyunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • On Callunmatched
  • Paint Shop Pro Tubesunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service)unmatched
  • Recruiting/Staffing Agencyunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Respiratory Therapyunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Simulationunmatched
  • Special Care Nursery (SCN)unmatched
  • Standards of Careunmatched
  • The Joint Commission (TJC)unmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Ventilatorunmatched

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