NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Level III NICU Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio

Join a Level III NICU team as a travel Registered Nurse caring for critically ill and medically complex newborns in Columbus, Ohio. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to care for neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above, including patients with respiratory distress, glucose management needs, and surgical or cardiac conditions. Columbus is a vibrant, welcoming city known for its thriving university community, excellent dining and arts scene, beautiful parks, and convenient access to cultural and recreational attractions.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Job Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 15, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,160-$2,270
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Healthcare Setting: Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Patient Population: Neonates, including infants born at 22 weeks gestation and above
• Average Daily Census: Approximately 30 patients
• Documentation: Epic
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Additional Scheduling Note: May float to other units within the healthcare organization as needed

NICU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional nursing experience, including Level III or Level IV NICU experience
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio or a valid compact state license in hand at the time of submission
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Education from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Demonstrated competency caring for neonates younger than 24-28 weeks gestation
• Experience with ventilator management, including AC/PC, SIMV, CPAP, BiPAP, and PEEP
• Proficiency with arterial line management, central line care, UAC and UVC management, and IV therapy
• Experience administering IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids
• Knowledge of neonatal feeding methods and oral, nasogastric, and nasojejunal tube management
• Ability to interpret and manage cardiovascular dysrhythmias
• Two professional references, including at least one reference from a manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader
• Willingness to complete Ohio fingerprinting and credentialing requirements promptly after accepting the assignment
• Seasonal influenza vaccination is required; medical exemptions may be considered

NICU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill neonates in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Care for premature and medically complex infants experiencing respiratory distress, glucose management issues, infection-related concerns, and cardiovascular or gastrointestinal conditions
• Support neonates requiring surgical or cardiac interventions and coordinate care for transfers to specialty services when indicated
• Assess respiratory status and manage ventilators and noninvasive respiratory support according to clinical orders and patient response
• Administer medications and therapies, including IV vasopressors, surfactants, steroids, and treatments for neonatal abstinence syndrome
• Perform and monitor arterial line, central line, umbilical artery catheter, and umbilical vein catheter care
• Manage enteral nutrition and oral, gastric, and nasojejunal feedings
• Apply infection prevention practices, isolation precautions, and safe IV therapy techniques
• Recognize and respond to dysrhythmias and changes in neonatal condition
• Document accurately in Epic and communicate patient updates using the SBAR framework
• Collaborate with advanced practice providers, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, physical therapy, social services, interpretation services, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
• Educate and support families while delivering compassionate, family-centered neonatal care

Apply now for this Level III NICU travel nursing opportunity and join a dedicated healthcare team in Columbus, Ohio.

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.