Travel RN NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) Location: Providence, Rhode Island Shift/Schedule: Full-time, 13-week travel assignment, shifts per unit needs Pay/Compensation: $66.79 to $68.79 per hour
About the Role
A leading regional healthcare provider known for patient-centric care is seeking Travel NICU RNs in Providence. You will care for premature and critically ill newborns in a high-acuity neonatal unit. This 13-week assignment suits an experienced NICU nurse who works well under pressure.
Assignment Details
Contract assignment, 3 months with possible extension
Work setting: onsite
Openings: 3
Anticipated start: within the next two to three weeks
Candidates must live 60 or more miles from the facility
Core Responsibilities
Provide direct care for premature and critically ill newborns
Monitor ventilated infants, lines and vital signs closely
Administer medications, TPN and blood products per protocol
Respond to deliveries and neonatal emergencies as needed
Support and educate parents throughout the NICU stay
Document care accurately in the EHR
Required Qualifications
Active RN license (Rhode Island or compact)
Minimum 2 years of recent Level III or IV NICU experience
Current BLS and NRP certification
Experience caring for ventilated neonates
Must reside 60 or more miles from the facility (travel requirement)
Preferred Qualifications
RNC-NIC or CCRN (Neonatal) certification
S.T.A.B.L.E. certification
Epic experience
Travel or contract assignment experience at multiple facilities
Strong references from recent clinical managers
Flexibility to work varied shifts when the unit needs support
Work Environment
Fast-paced clinical unit with an established care team
Clear orientation to unit policies, systems and workflows
Strong focus on patient safety and regulatory compliance
Shift schedule confirmed before your assignment begins
Collaborative physicians, nurses and support staff
Who Thrives Here
Experienced clinicians who adapt quickly to new units
Professionals who put patient safety first on every shift
Team players who communicate clearly during handoffs
Self-starters comfortable learning new charting systems
Travelers who enjoy new cities and new colleagues
Clinicians who stay calm and focused under pressure
Benefits & Pay
Pay: $66.79 to $68.79 per hour
13-week travel contract
Contract employment through The Employee Connect
Clear assignment dates with a possible extension
Fast, simple application and interview process
Dedicated recruiter support from application through assignment end
Screening Questions
Do you hold an active Rhode Island or compact RN license?
How many years of Level III or IV NICU experience do you have?
Do you live at least 60 miles from Providence, Rhode Island?
How to Apply
Apply today with your current resume. A recruiter from The Employee Connect will review your background, contact qualified candidates quickly, and walk you through next steps, including interviews, onboarding requirements and your start date. Please include your most recent experience, any licenses or certifications, and your availability so we can match you quickly.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Providence, Rhode Island
Salary
$66.79–$68.79 Per Hour
Skills
Acute Careunmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Clinical Assessmentunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)unmatched
Healthcare Providersunmatched
Medical Record Systemunmatched
Medication Administrationunmatched
National Intelligence Council (NIC)unmatched
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse (NIC)unmatched
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)unmatched
Neonatologyunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Safetyunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)unmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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