GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Travel Contract | Philadelphia, PA (19140)

NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Travel Contract in Philadelphia, PA (19140). Join a Level III NICU team delivering specialized neonatal care on a 13-week travel nursing assignment at the Women's and Families Center. Experience the advantages of working in Philadelphia's vibrant 19140 zip code, known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse neighborhoods, and access to world-class healthcare facilities. This travel nurse opportunity offers hands-on neonatal ICU experience, competitive weekly pay, and the chance to work in a dynamic and inclusive Philadelphia healthcare community.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910 – $2,010 (competitive travel nurse pay)
• Location: Women's and Families Center, Philadelphia, PA 19140 (Level III NICU) — Philadelphia healthcare, Pennsylvania nursing jobs
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 19, 2026)
• Shift: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts (night shift NICU RN)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours (3 x 12-hour shifts)
• Employment Type: Travel (travel nurse, travel nursing jobs, neonatal travel nurse)

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in a NICU, neonatal ICU, or relevant specialty (neonatal care, critical care newborns)
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred (Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred)
• Active Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN) license required (PA RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; additional neonatal certifications a plus
• Professional education, training, or specialty certifications may be required per unit

Responsibilities

• Provide direct neonatal nursing care for critically ill and premature infants in a Level III NICU
• Assess, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans under the direction of licensed physicians
• Apply current nursing principles, neonatal protocols, and evidence-based practices in NICU settings
• Collaborate with families, interdisciplinary team members, and peers to support family-centered care
• Supervise and direct nursing support staff in accordance with nursing standards and departmental policies
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, patient safety, and quality improvement standards

Benefits & Highlights

• Work in a busy Level III NICU with experienced neonatal teams (neonatal nurse, NICU RN)
• Competitive weekly pay for travel nursing roles
• Opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience in Philadelphia healthcare
• Supportive team environment and professional development opportunities

This NICU travel nursing job is ideal for registered nurses (RNs) who specialize in neonatal ICU care and are seeking short-term assignments in Philadelphia. If you are a compassionate neonatal nurse with NICU experience and an active PA RN license, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to join our healthcare team and advance your NICU nursing career in Philadelphia, PA. Join our healthcare team today — submit your application for this travel nurse opportunity in the 19140 zip code.

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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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #470796. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: NICU

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