Travel NICU Registered Nurse – Level IV NICU in Little Rock, Arkansas

Join a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Little Rock, Arkansas, and make an impact as a travel NICU RN caring for critically ill newborns in a high-acuity pediatric setting.

Join a highly specialized Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Little Rock, Arkansas, a welcoming river city known for its strong community feel, growing medical scene, and easy access to parks, local dining, and cultural attractions. This travel Registered Nurse opportunity offers the chance to care for critically ill newborns in a dynamic, high-acuity environment while working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team. If you are an experienced NICU nurse who thrives in fast-paced settings and wants to make a meaningful impact, this is an excellent opportunity to bring your expertise to a respected pediatric healthcare environment.

Job Details

• Specialty: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Employment Type: Travel RN / Travel Nursing Job
• Shift: 12-hour nights
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 09/21/2026
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250 – $2,370
• Location: Little Rock, Arkansas
• Setting: Level IV NICU with a highly specialized neonatal care team
• Float Requirement: Required within the ICU cluster, including NICU, PICU, CVICU, Burn ICU, and IMU as needed
• Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Every other weekend and holidays as needed

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a Level III-IV NICU
• At least one prior travel nursing assignment required
• EPIC experience required
• Active Arkansas RN license or compact RN license required upon offer
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Experience with high-acuity neonatal patients strongly preferred
• Ability to float within the ICU cluster as needed
• Must pass fit testing
• Must test negative for nicotine
• Level I or II NICU experience will not be considered

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled, compassionate nursing care for critically ill and premature newborns
• Monitor and manage complex neonatal conditions, including respiratory distress, prematurity-related complications, surgical recovery, and other high-acuity diagnoses
• Administer medications, treatments, and specialized interventions according to NICU standards
• Collaborate closely with neonatologists, respiratory therapy, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary support teams
• Maintain accurate documentation in EPIC and follow unit protocols and patient safety standards
• Support families through education, communication, and compassionate bedside care
• Adapt quickly to changing patient acuity and contribute to a team-oriented healthcare environment
• Float to designated ICU areas when needed while maintaining excellent patient care standards

Apply now to join this travel NICU nursing opportunity in Little Rock, Arkansas, and bring your neonatal critical care expertise to a respected pediatric 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.