Travel NICU Nurse (RN) | Watsonville, California
Company: Soliant
Location: Watsonville
Posted on: March 28, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Nursing degree, active
registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1 years NICU RN
experience required. Applicants who do not meet these
qualifications will not be considered. Providing specialized care
for the tiniest patients, this 8-week travel opportunity calls for
a skilled RN with NICU experience to support a Level III NICU in a
well-respected teaching hospital. Working predominantly night
shifts with 12-hour hours, you will deliver expert nursing care to
newborns requiring intensive support, ensuring their progress and
comfort during a critical period of development. Location: This
position is based in Watsonville, CA, a charming city known for its
agricultural heritage and coastal proximity. Residents and visitors
enjoy a blend of small-town warmth and access to outdoor
activities, including beaches, parks, and scenic trails, making it
an appealing place to live and work. Responsibilities: Provide
high-quality nursing care to NICU patients, primarily Level II,
including growers and feeders born at 24-25 weeks gestation.
Monitor and manage a census averaging 10 patients in a Level III
NICU setting with 15 private rooms, 6 open bays, and an isolation
room. Maintain patient safety and comfort with an acuity-based
nurse-to-patient ratio, typically 1:3. Collaborate with Charge RN
and healthcare team, utilizing available support such as Medical
Unit Clerk during day hours. Perform clinical duties including
vital signs monitoring, administering medications, coordinating
labs, and responding to emergencies. Qualifications / Desired
Experience: Current RN license with proven Neonatal Intensive Care
Unit (NICU) experience. Ability to work 12-hour night shifts with a
flexible schedule of 36 or 48 hours per week starting April 20.
Competence in caring for premature and critically ill neonates,
including familiarity with Level II and III NICU protocols. Strong
communication and teamwork skills for collaboration with
multidisciplinary teams. Job Type: Travel assignment offers
exposure to a Level II Trauma hospital environment with a
supportive nursing leadership team. This assignment is an excellent
opportunity to enhance your clinical skills in a busy NICU while
experiencing the Central Coast lifestyle. Candidates ready to
provide specialized neonatal care in a rewarding travel role are
encouraged to apply today. Compensation for this position ranges
from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive
healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details
of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is
open for 60 days after the posting date.
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