NICU RN in Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Fort Wayne, IN
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,275/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $63.19
- Weekly
- $2,275
- Yearly (full-time)
- $118,300
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $63.19/hour — 57% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Indiana ($40.14/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 Indiana right now
- 726 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Indiana from 5 agencies, 82 of them in Fort Wayne.
- Pay in these listings: $36.38 – $95.30/hour, median $55.00/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Indiana: $40.14/hour ($83,491/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Care Team Solutions ($62.44/hour across 45 jobs).
Job description
Join us for a 13-week travel nursing opportunity in Fort Wayne, Indiana, working night shifts in a Level III NICU. This role offers the chance to care for a dedicated neonatal unit with 31 beds, where you'll float to pediatric and PICU areas as needed. You'll utilize EPIC charting and Pyxis medication systems, providing specialized care to vulnerable newborns under the guidance of experienced colleagues. This assignment is unique because of its focus on neonatal intensive care, requiring at least 2 years of NICU experience, Indiana RN licensure, and certification in BLS and NRP. Expect a schedule of 12-hour night shifts, with orientation starting Monday through Friday of the first week. Travelers will spend approximately 36 hours per week in this rewarding role.
Weather:
Typically, this time of year brings mild temperatures and a mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. It’s a comfortable climate, ideal for outdoor activities after shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo
- Explore the historic Old Fort
- Day trip to Pokagon State Park and enjoy hiking or boating
- Take a scenic drive to Indiana Dunes National Park
- Discover the art and culture at Fort Wayne Museum of Art
Job Specifics:
Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Shift: 12-hour night shifts
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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