Posted 10/06/2026 · Job #526650
NICU RN- Oakland, California
Job Description
Travel NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Contract in Oakland, California
Join a Level III NICU in Oakland, California, as a Travel Registered Nurse caring for critically ill newborns on a 13-week night-shift contract. Make a meaningful impact while experiencing the vibrant East Bay community, known for its diverse culture, waterfront destinations, excellent dining, and easy access to the greater San Francisco Bay Area.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Location: Oakland, California
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $3,030-$3,190
- Start Date: November 2, 2026
- End Date: January 30, 2027
- Duration: 13-week travel nursing contract
- Schedule: 36 hours per week
- Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
- Healthcare Setting: Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Openings: 1
Travel NICU Registered Nurse Requirements
- At least 1 year of recent full-time equivalent Registered Nurse experience within the past 3 years
- Recent neonatal critical care experience in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Active Registered Nurse license valid in the state where care is provided
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related field preferred
- Seven years of recent Level III NICU nursing experience preferred
NICU Registered Nurse Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to critically ill newborns
- Assess, monitor, and document neonatal patients’ conditions and responses to treatment
- Administer medications, therapies, and interventions according to established protocols
- Collaborate with neonatologists, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, and the interdisciplinary care team
- Recognize changes in patient status and respond promptly to neonatal emergencies
- Support families through education, communication, and compassionate neonatal care
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and promote a safe, quality-focused patient care environment
Apply now for this Travel NICU Registered Nurse opportunity in Oakland, California, and join a dedicated neonatal 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.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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