First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Santa Cruz, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse – NICU
Location- Santa Cruz, CA
Shift- Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 3x12s)
Guaranteed Hours- 36 hrs/week
Contract Length- 13 Weeks
Pay Package:
- Weekly Gross: $2,800
- W2 Taxable (1–8 hrs): $25.00
- W2 Taxable (9–12 hrs): $37.50
- Weekly Stipend: $1,750
Additional Benefits:
- 12 Hours Paid Orientation
- 13 Hours Paid Sick Leave
Job Description:
Required Certifications: BLS, NRP
- Minimum 2 years of Level III NICU experience required
- Community Level III NICU with 14 beds
- Experience caring for preemies, late preterm infants, neonatal sepsis, IDGDM, and NAS required
- Cerner EMR experience preferred
- Every other weekend and holiday rotation required
- COVID vaccination required
- Neonatologist/Pediatrician on-call 24/7
- No floating required
MS | Job ID:- #1153599 | Med Sol
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