Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/15/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level III Neonatal ICU and Transport position with at least 3 years of NICU and transport experience and multi-state RN licensure.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with 18 beds and a dedicated neonatal operating room
• Primarily assigned to NICU duties with approximately four neonatal transports per month, mostly air
• Care for critically ill or premature newborns, 22 weeks gestation and greater
• 12-hour day/night rotating shifts with every 3rd weekend and holiday required
• No on-call or call-back responsibilities
• Participate in air and ground neonatal transports to and from surrounding facilities
• Perform bedside procedures such as IV starts, medication calculations, and administration
• Provide neonatal resuscitation and support to families in end-of-life care situations
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team
• Scrub requirement: navy blue bottoms with white or black tops
• Must begin medical compliance process within 48 hours of offer acceptance
• Orientation hours are not guaranteed during weeks when the unit is closed
• Team operates in a highly specialized, family-centered environment

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active, permanent RN licenses in WI, IA, and MN (no temporary licenses accepted)
• Current AHA BLS and NRP certifications required
• AHA PALS, STABLE, and CNPT certifications preferred
• Associates Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years RN experience and at least 3 years NICU experience required
• Previous neonatal transport experience required
• Must possess strong assessment and critical thinking skills

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-638937. 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.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Permanent employment, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Weekend work, Day shift,

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