Registered Nurse (RN) – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Location: Nashville, TN
Contract Type: Travel
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12 Nights
Pay: $2,179.80/week
Completion Bonus: $2,500 per contract (up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Job Description

ATC Healthcare is seeking a skilled and adaptable NICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment in Nashville, Tennessee, at a public hospital transitioning toward an LDRP (Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum) care model. NICU travelers will assist with cross-training efforts and provide coverage for Delivery and Mother/Baby units during this transition.

This role requires strong neonatal experience, flexibility, and the willingness to float across units as needed. Nurses must be comfortable in a dynamic environment that includes caring for incarcerated patients and working in a combined NICU Level II and well-baby nursery setting.

This is a unique opportunity for NICU nurses who are confident, adaptable, and comfortable functioning independently in high-responsibility clinical situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized NICU and neonatal nursing care.
• Attend high-risk deliveries and function as baby nurse.
• Provide care for neonates in NICU II and well-baby nursery.
• Manage neonatal ventilation (AC, PC, SIMV, CPAP, BiPAP, PEEP).
• Perform blood glucose monitoring, IV therapy, phlebotomy, and medication administration.
• Support delivery coverage during LDRP cross-training.
• Float to Delivery, Mother/Baby, and other units as needed.
• Function independently in emergency situations when attending deliveries.
• Provide care for incarcerated patients when applicable.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Active Tennessee RN license or multi-state compact license (required at submission).
• Minimum 1 year of NICU experience required.
• Must have L&D experience and willingness to float to other units.
• Comfortable working with incarcerated patient populations.
• First-time travelers accepted.
• Locals accepted at same rate.
• Required Certifications:
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • CPI (MAB accepted in lieu of CPI)
  • NRP
  • STABLE

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and dedicated recruiter support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.

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