American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Level II for a travel nursing job in Salem, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/14/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 2B Neonatal ICU (Special Care Nursery) night shift position requiring a MA RN license, BLS, NRP certifications, and specialized NICU experience.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a Level 2B Special Care Nursery within a hospital setting
- 25-bed unit encompassing L&D, postpartum, nursery, and operating rooms
- Clinician to patient ratio for L&D is 1:2-3 for evaluations and 1:1 for active labor or epidural cases; postpartum ratio is 1:3-4
- Average daily census is 15-25 mothers, babies, and labor cases
- Schedule is 36 hours per week, night shifts (19:00-07:30) with every other weekend required
- No floating required
- Uses Epic EMR for charting and documentation
- Must provide direct patient care to newborns and support mothers in a specialized Level 2B nursery
- Flu vaccination required with no exceptions for religious or medical exemptions during flu season
- Local candidates must permanently reside at least 60 miles from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston
- Scrub or dress code and parking details vary by location and may incur costs
- No on-call responsibility for this role
Requirements
- Active and unencumbered MA RN license required; pending or conditional licenses not accepted
- Minimum of 2 years of NICU experience required, with 3 years preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA required
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required
- Special Care Nursery and newborn care skills required
- Epic EMR experience preferred
Benefits
- 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
American Traveler Job ID #P-631198. 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 - Level II Nursery
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.
