NICU RN in Cincinnati, Ohio
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Cincinnati, OH
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,356/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $65.44
- Weekly
- $2,356
- Yearly (full-time)
- $122,512
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $65.44/hour — 65% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio ($39.67/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio right now
- 1,557 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio from 6 agencies, 58 of them in Cincinnati.
- Pay in these listings: $10.00 – $196/hour, median $55.28/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Ohio: $39.67/hour ($82,514/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 7 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This 13-week travel assignment is designed for an experienced neonatal registered nurse caring for high-acuity infants in a Level IV NICU. You will support neonates with complex surgical, gastrointestinal, respiratory, neurological, and congenital conditions, including premature infants, respiratory distress, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, necrotizing enterocolitis, and hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy. The unit manages a high volume of intubated and critically ill infants and works closely with a regional fetal care program. Experience with ventilators and tracheostomies is required, along with Level IV NICU experience. The assignment includes caring for tiny patients with big needs while using advanced equipment such as oscillators, nitric oxide, servo ventilators, bubble CPAP, arterial lines, EVD shunts, and specialized neonatal beds.
Weather:
Cincinnati typically offers cool, crisp conditions around this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, and a mix of sunny and cloudy days. Light layers and a jacket are useful for exploring the city and nearby attractions.
Fun Things To Do:
• Cincinnati Riverfront: Walk along Smale Riverfront Park, enjoy views of the Ohio River, and visit nearby restaurants and entertainment venues.
• Cincinnati Museum Center: Explore regional history, science exhibits, and cultural attractions in a landmark historic building.
• Newport, Kentucky Day Trip: Cross the river for waterfront dining, shopping, and views of the Cincinnati skyline.
• Dayton Day Trip: Visit museums and aviation-focused attractions in Dayton, located within a convenient drive from Cincinnati.
• Hocking Hills Day Trip: Enjoy scenic trails, rock formations, waterfalls, and outdoor recreation in this nearby natural area.
Job Specifics:
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, three shifts per week, every other weekend
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36
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