NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Columbus, Ohio

Explore a NICU travel nurse job in Columbus, Ohio, caring for critically ill and premature newborns in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Join a dedicated neonatal nursing team and collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team while supporting families through complex clinical situations.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse
• Healthcare Setting: Level III NICU
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Patient Population: Neonates, including infants born at 22 weeks gestation and above
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,160-$2,270
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks, ending February 15, 2027
• Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week
• Shift: Nights, approximately 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 2-3 patients per nurse
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Float Requirement: May float to other units within the health system as needed

NICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent NICU nursing experience
• Experience caring for neonates in a Level III or Level IV NICU preferred
• Current Registered Nurse license in Ohio or a valid compact-state license in hand at the time of submission
• Graduate of an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic health record documentation
• Strong neonatal clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to provide two professional references, including at least one supervisor, manager, director, or other formal leader
• Ability to complete required credentialing and fingerprinting promptly before the assignment start date
• Seasonal influenza vaccination is required; medical exemptions may be considered

NICU RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to premature and critically ill neonates, including infants born before 24-28 weeks gestation
• Monitor and manage neonatal respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, metabolic, and infectious conditions
• Care for neonates experiencing respiratory distress, glucose management concerns, or conditions requiring surgical or cardiac intervention
• Administer medications and therapies, including IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids, using established medication-safety procedures
• Manage ventilator settings and respiratory support, including AC, PC, SIMV, CPAP, BiPAP, and PEEP
• Perform arterial line management, central and implanted line care, and umbilical artery and umbilical vein catheter care
• Interpret and manage cardiovascular dysrhythmias within the neonatal population
• Provide bottle, breast, gavage, oral, nasogastric, and nasojejunal feedings as clinically appropriate
• Support neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions and maintain infection-control and isolation precautions
• Document accurately in Epic and communicate patient status using SBAR
• Collaborate with advanced practice providers, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, physical therapy, social services, interpretation services, and unit support staff
• Educate and support families while delivering compassionate, evidence-based neonatal care

Why Work in Columbus, Ohio?

Columbus is a vibrant, welcoming Ohio city known for its energetic neighborhoods, excellent dining, arts and cultural attractions, and extensive parks and trails. The 43210 area offers convenient access to the city’s academic, medical, and entertainment districts, making it an appealing destination for travel nurses seeking career growth and an enjoyable Midwestern lifestyle.

Apply now for this NICU Registered Nurse travel contract in Columbus, Ohio, and join a healthcare team providing specialized neonatal care.

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.