Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Urbana, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/29/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Travel Nursing Job in Urbana, Illinois
Advance your nursing career as a NICU Registered Nurse (RN) in a Level 3 NICU at a leading Trauma 1 Center in Urbana, IL. This travel nursing job offers a rewarding opportunity to provide specialized neonatal care while experiencing the vibrant community and amenities of Urbana, Illinois. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in neonatal nursing today!
NICU RN Job Details
- Location: Urbana, IL 61801 (Illinois nursing jobs)
- Setting: Level 3 NICU, Trauma 1 Center
- Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Contract
- Start Date: December 29, 2025
- End Date: March 29, 2026
- Duration: 13-week travel assignment
- Shift: Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
- Hours per Week: 36 (3x12 hour shifts)
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week
- Estimated Weekly Salary: $2360-$2420
NICU Registered Nurse Qualifications
- 3-5 years of recent NICU nursing experience (Level 3 or higher preferred)
- Experience working in a Trauma 1 Center
- Proficient with EPIC electronic medical record (EMR) system
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Active Illinois RN license in good standing (Illinois healthcare jobs)
- BLS (Basic Life Support, American Heart Association) certification
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program, American Heart Association) certification
NICU RN Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive neonatal care in a Level 3 NICU setting
- Implement evidence-based nursing procedures and neonatal care practices
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation for the healthcare team
- Conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Monitor and adjust care plans based on patient progress and evaluation
- Track intake and output for neonatal patients
- Support mothers with breastfeeding and baby-friendly care initiatives
- Administer medications safely using bar code scanning technology
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and communicate patient updates
- Promote patient and staff safety by identifying and addressing hazards
- Collaborate effectively with nursing colleagues and interdisciplinary teams
- Engage in ongoing professional development and fulfill competency requirements
Why Choose Urbana, Illinois? Located in central Illinois, Urbana offers a unique blend of small-town hospitality and big-city amenities. Enjoy access to beautiful parks, local dining, cultural events, and a supportive healthcare community. Experience the best of Illinois nursing jobs while making a positive impact in neonatal care.
Apply now to join our dedicated NICU nursing team in Urbana, IL, and take the next step in your travel nursing career!
Benefits
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 #436476. 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.
Our Methodology
Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.
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Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus
