Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 11/03/2025

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours

Employment Type: Travel

NICU Registered Nurse Jobs – Locum Tenens Night Shift Opportunity in Columbus, Ohio

NICU RN Job Details – Columbus, OH

Location: Columbus, OH 43205 – Explore rewarding Ohio nursing jobs in a city known for its vibrant culture, beautiful parks, and thriving arts scene.

Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: 10/27/2025 – End: 1/26/2026)

Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:00)

Hours per Week: 36

Estimated Weekly Salary: $2130-$2190

Setting: Level IV NICU with float requirements to PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, Med/Surg, and BPD NICU units

NICU Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Ohio or Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license (must be in hand at time of submission)

Minimum 2 years of recent Level III/IV NICU RN experience (including at least 1 year in a Level IV NICU)

BLS and NRP certifications required; PALS preferred

Proficiency with Epic electronic health record (EHR) charting system

Experience with tracheostomy care and high parent involvement, especially in BPD NICU

Willingness to float to PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, Med/Surg, and other hospital campuses as needed

Two professional references required at submission (one must be from a manager or supervisor)

Cannot have worked as a permanent employee at this facility within the past 2 years

No local candidates (must reside outside a 60-mile radius of Columbus, OH)

NICU RN Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to neonates, infants, and pediatric patients in a Level IV NICU setting

Float to other critical care and Med/Surg units as needed, adapting to diverse patient populations and acuity levels

Perform advanced NICU nursing procedures, including tracheostomy management, ventilator management, central line care, and administration of specialized medications

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans

Educate and support families, especially in long-term BPD NICU cases with high parent involvement

Maintain accurate clinical documentation using the Epic EHR system

Participate in unit-based initiatives and quality improvement activities

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions. We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded. We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com. 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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #413223. 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

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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Benefits

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401k retirement plan

Weekly pay

Referral bonus

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