Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,520 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: March 8, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse – 12-Hour Nights – Tacoma, WA Experienced NICU RN (Travel) — 13-week night assignment in Tacoma, WA. Level IV NICU; EPIC, BLS & NRP required. Join a dynamic and compassionate neonatal team in Tacoma, Washington (98405). Tacoma offers a vibrant waterfront, stunning views of Mount Rainier, and a thriving arts and culture scene. This travel nursing opportunity is for a skilled Neonatal ICU RN to provide care in a state-of-the-art Level IV NICU at a renowned children's hospital. Job Details - Estimated Weekly Salary: $2,250–$2,370 - Location: Tacoma, WA 98405 — Tacoma nursing jobs, Washington travel nursing - Setting: Level IV NICU (70 beds, typical census ~50) - Assignment Type: Travel Nurse (13-week assignment) - Start Date: April 6, 2026 - End Date: July 4, 2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - Shift: 12-hour nights (1900-0730 or 0700-1930) — Night shift neonatal RN - Hours per Week: 36 (guaranteed) - Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend (occasional back-to-back weekends possible) - Scrub Color: Any - EMR: EPIC (experience with EPIC preferred) Job Requirements / Qualifications - Minimum 2 years of Level III-IV NICU or Neonatal ICU RN experience required - Active Washington State RN license (compact license not accepted unless WA requirements met) - Current BLS and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications required - Experience with ventilator/respiratory support required (mechanical ventilation, NCPAP) - Experience with tracheostomy care highly preferred - Competence with g-tubes, NG/OG tubes, UAC/UVC management, PICC lines, medication administration, and discharge to home - Preferred: surgical NICU experience and familiarity with HIE (Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy) - Strong communication skills, positive attitude, and family-centered care approach - Previous travel nursing experience preferred; first-time travelers will be considered Responsibilities - Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to premature and critically ill neonates (as early as 22 weeks gestation) - Manage patients with conditions such as RDS, NAS, sepsis, and high-risk deliveries - Perform advanced respiratory support, ventilator management, and troubleshooting - Care for patients with tracheostomies, enteral feeding tubes, PICC lines, UAC/UVCs, and other neonatal lines - Develop and implement individualized care plans and participate in multidisciplinary rounds - Coordinate discharge planning and provide family education for transition to home - Accurately document care using the EPIC EMR system - Float to ER as a sitter if needed (rare) and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes Why apply: This is a high-quality travel nursing opportunity for Neonatal ICU RNs seeking Level IV NICU experience in Tacoma, WA. Work in a collaborative pediatric hospital with advanced neonatal resources and EPIC EMR. Apply now to join our neonatal healthcare team today — submit your resume and clinical references to be considered for this Travel Nurse NICU assignment in Washington. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 465404. 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: NICU About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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