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TotalMed RN

Travel NICU II RN

Minot, ND · On-site

Travel We're looking for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Minot, ND. The right RN should have 1-2 years' recent acute care experience. Read below for more ...

American Traveler

Travel NICU RN

Spokane, WA · On-site

Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a NICU RN for a night shift position at a Level II Trauma teaching hospital, requiring at least 2 years of NICU experience and first-time travelers ...

TotalMed RN

Travel NICU RN

Billings, MT · On-site

The right RN should have 1-2 years' recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements. As a NICU RN, you'll provide critical care to sick and premature infants. Alongside the rest of the ...

TotalMed RN

Travel NICU RN

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

The right RN should have 1-2 years' recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements. As a NICU RN, you'll provide critical care to sick and premature infants. Alongside the rest of the ...

TotalMed RN

Travel NICU RN

Norfolk, VA · On-site

The right RN should have 1-2 years' recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements. As a NICU RN, you'll provide critical care to sick and premature infants. Alongside the rest of the ...

TotalMed RN

Travel NICU RN

Fargo, ND · On-site

The right RN should have 1-2 years' recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements. As a NICU RN, you'll provide critical care to sick and premature infants. Alongside the rest of the ...

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How much do level 2 nicu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average weekly pay for level 2 nicu rn in the United States is $2,449.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,865.38 and $2,980.77 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Level 2 NICU RN?

Level 2 NICU RNs are registered nurses who care for moderately ill newborns in a Level 2 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. These nurses provide specialized care for premature or sick infants who require close monitoring but are not critically ill enough for a higher-level NICU. Their responsibilities include administering medications, supporting feeding, monitoring vital signs, and educating families about infant care. Level 2 NICU RNs work closely with neonatologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for their patients.

What are some common challenges faced by Level 2 NICU RNs, and how do they typically address them?

Level 2 NICU RNs often encounter challenges such as caring for premature infants with fluctuating conditions, managing parental anxiety, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. To address these, they maintain strong communication with families, closely monitor infant progress, and collaborate with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and lactation consultants. Ongoing education and teamwork are key to effectively navigating these complexities and ensuring the best outcomes for infants and their families.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Level 2 NICU RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Level 2 NICU RN, you need specialized knowledge in neonatal nursing, newborn assessment, and stabilization, supported by an active RN license and often neonatal resuscitation certification (NRP). Familiarity with neonatal monitoring equipment, electronic health records (EHRs), and infant IV therapy is typically required. Compassion, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for providing family-centered care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure safe, high-quality care for vulnerable infants and support both their families and the healthcare team in a sensitive environment.

What is the difference between Level 2 Nicu Rn vs Level 3 Nicu Rn?

AspectLevel 2 Nicu RnLevel 3 Nicu Rn
CertificationsRegistered Nurse (RN), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Registered Nurse (RN), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), possibly additional certifications
Work EnvironmentNeonatal intensive care units with stable or less complex casesNeonatal intensive care units with more complex, critical cases requiring advanced skills
ResponsibilitiesMonitoring stable neonates, assisting with routine proceduresManaging critically ill neonates, performing advanced procedures

Level 2 Nicu Rns typically handle less complex neonatal cases and require standard neonatal certifications. In contrast, Level 3 Nicu Rns work with more critically ill infants, often needing additional certifications and advanced skills. The main difference lies in the complexity of patient care and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Level 2 Nicu Rn job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,391 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

Travel NICU II RN

Minot, ND • On-site

TotalMed RN
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Job description

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Minot, North Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, rotating
  • Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Minot, ND. The right RN should have 1-2 years' recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a NICU RN, you'll provide critical care to sick and premature infants. Alongside the rest of the care team, NICU RNs assist in providing round-the-clock care to these patients and support to the parents. Parental support can range from emotional encouragement to advising parents on the proper care of their infant when they return home.
As a NICU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Care for infants transitioning to extra uterine life.
  • Monitor vital signs and initiate corrective action when necessary.
  • Provide nutritional assessment and specialized feedings.
  • Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs.
  • Provide arterial and intravenous therapy.
  • Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, such as incubators and ventilators.
NICU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 10-20 pounds of equipment at times. NICU Travel Nurses may face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases.
Requirements*: BLS, NRP, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed RN Job ID #1467036. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - NICU RN - Travel Nurse

About TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.


TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1

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