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Travel NICU Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – 12-Hour Night Shift in Oakland, California

Experienced NICU Registered Nurses can join a Level III neonatal team for a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Oakland, CA. This on-site RN opportunity is ideal for a compassionate nurse who provides evidence-based care to critically ill newborns.

Located in Oakland's scenic 94611 area, this California nursing assignment offers access to the Bay Area's vibrant cultural scene, diverse dining, beautiful parks, and outdoor recreation, with convenient connections throughout the region.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nursing
• Position: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
• Location: Oakland, California 94611
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $3,030–$3,190
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Assignment End Date: January 30, 2027
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Healthcare Setting: On-site, Level III NICU

NICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent full-time equivalent NICU nursing experience within the past 3 years
• Recent experience in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state where care is provided
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Maternal Child Health (MCH) experience or certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field preferred
• Seven years of recent Level III NICU experience preferred

NICU RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU
• Assess, monitor, and document the clinical status of newborn patients
• Administer medications, therapies, and treatments in accordance with established standards of care
• Recognize changes in patient condition and respond promptly to neonatal emergencies
• Collaborate with neonatologists, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, and the multidisciplinary care team
• Support families through education, communication, and compassionate bedside care
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and promote patient safety and quality outcomes
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and unit-specific protocols

Apply now for this Oakland travel nursing opportunity and join a specialized California NICU healthcare team.

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.