Travel Registered Nurse NICU Job

Step into a transformative Travel NICU RN role in Los Angeles, California, where your clinical leadership will shape outcomes for the tiniest patients and inspire the teams around you. In this NICU specialty, you’ll manage complex ventilator support, intricate feeding plans, and family-centered care in a high‑acuity environment that rewards precision, rapid decision‑making, and compassionate communication. This contract offers you meaningful growth, a supportive network, and the chance to expand your expertise across a national program that values your voice and your skill. California’s beauty enhances your journey : iconic beaches, mountain vistas, desert skies, and a thriving arts and culture scene provide a rich backdrop for personal and professional balance. When you’re off shift, you can explore famed coastline stretches, world‑class cuisine, canopy‑level hikes, and diverse neighborhoods that celebrate creativity and resilience.

Location benefits : Practice within one of the country’s premier pediatric networks and access top neonatology teams in the Los Angeles area, with opportunities to rotate through multiple LA NICUs and, if you choose, other U.S. locations. You’ll collaborate with seasoned specialists, engage in cross‑disciplinary rounds, and witness a breadth of cases that deepen your clinical judgment and leadership. The region offers state‑of‑the‑art technology, robust mentorship, and a culture of innovation that supports continual skill refinement. For travelers seeking broader experiences, our national program opens doors to varied NICU models and patient populations, enabling you to broaden your expertise while building a broad professional network. To ease transitions, we provide housing assistance and flexible scheduling designed to minimize downtime and maximize meaningful patient interaction. LA’s vibrant neighborhoods also offer opportunities for downtime—galleries, parks, performances, and coastline escapes—helping you recharge between shifts.

Role specifics and benefits :

• Responsibilities : deliver high‑quality NICU care for critically ill neonates, including ventilator management, airway support, umbilical and line care, thermoregulation, suctioning, and precise medication administration. lead and participate in rounds, partner with families to align goals of care, implement evidence‑based protocols for infection prevention and comfortable transitions to feeds, and coordinate transfers or discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams. Maintain meticulous documentation in the EHR, ensure smooth handoffs, and participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes.
• Growth and advancement : access NICU‑focused training programs, mentorship from experienced neonatal clinicians, and opportunities to pursue advanced practice pathways and NICU certifications. Our program emphasizes professional development, leadership exposure, and involvement in research or protocol optimization to accelerate your career trajectory within neonatal care.
• Compensation and support : weekly pay ranges from $1,848 to $1,972, with a sign‑on bonus where applicable and housing assistance to ease your relocation. The contract is weeks‑long with potential extension opportunities if mutual needs align, offering a clear path to longer assignments or continued travel work. You’ll receive comprehensive travel support, including 24 / 7 assistance from a dedicated travel team, on‑the‑ground contacts, and rapid response resources to ensure your placements run smoothly. Additional benefits may include orientation programs, paid time off accrual, and access to wellness resources to sustain resilience during demanding shifts.
• Start date and structure : start date is 12 / 22 / 2025, with a weeks‑long engagement designed to provide meaningful clinical impact while offering flexibility as you gauge future opportunities. Scheduling is designed to maximize patient care and professional satisfaction, even in the absence of guaranteed hours, while still presenting a consistent pathway to extensibility as needed by the units.

Company values : We are committed to empowering our staff through a supportive, growth‑driven culture that champions teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement. Our focus on mentorship, resource access, and transparent communication ensures you can advance your career while maintaining work‑life balance. We believe in recognizing your expertise, investing in your development, and fostering an environment where your contributions directly influence patient outcomes and the broader neonatology community.

Call to action : If you’re ready to deliver expert NICU care, expand your specialty across dynamic California settings and diverse U.S. locations, and grow within a company that genuinely values your contribution, apply now. This is your opportunity to join a team that prioritizes your professional development, supports your well‑being, and celebrates your impact on fragile lives. The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing

TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

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