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Travel NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Night Contract in Miami, FL

Join a dedicated neonatal intensive care team as a NICU Registered Nurse providing compassionate, evidence-based care to critically ill newborns in Miami, Florida. This 13-week travel nursing contract offers consistent night shifts, a 36-hour workweek, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for neonatal patients and their families. First-time travel nurses are welcome with at least three years of recent, relevant experience.

Located in Miami’s 33155 area, this Florida nursing opportunity offers access to a vibrant South Florida community known for its warm climate, diverse culture, excellent dining, nearby parks, and coastal attractions.

NICU Travel Nurse Job Details

• Specialty: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Location: Miami, Florida 33155
• Start Date: November 2, 2026; ASAP starts are encouraged
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,660–$1,750
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week
• Shift: 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
• Weekend Requirement: Typically every other weekend
• On-Call Requirement: None
• Float Requirement: As needed
• Openings: 2
• Scheduling Notes: Holiday coverage and blocked scheduling may be required based on department needs

NICU Registered Nurse Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent NICU or pediatric critical-care nursing experience
• Active Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license or active multistate eNLC license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification maintained throughout the assignment
• Current Cerner experience is required
• Relevant acute-care pediatric nursing experience preferred
• Travel nursing experience is not required for candidates with at least 3 years of recent, relevant experience
• Strong critical-thinking, communication, time-management, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity neonatal environment and support patients and families
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work with blood, bodily fluids, latex, and required personal protective equipment
• All licenses and certifications must remain active and in good standing
• Completion of required orientation, competency assessments, health requirements, and department-specific modules

NICU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to neonatal patients in a critical-care setting
• Complete comprehensive assessments, reassessments, care planning, and clinical documentation
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols
• Monitor neonatal patients, recognize changes in condition, and respond promptly to clinical needs
• Support neonatal feeding, bathing, diaper changes, repositioning, suctioning, specimen collection, and intravenous starts as appropriate
• Operate and respond appropriately to neonatal monitoring and medical equipment
• Educate and support patients’ families throughout the plan of care
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive patient outcomes
• Float to other appropriate areas as needed and participate in required unit competencies

Apply now for this NICU travel nursing opportunity and join a compassionate neonatal healthcare team in Miami, Florida.

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.