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GHR Healthcare

Travel NICU RN

Issaquah, WA · On-site

$1.8K - $1.9K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/24/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel NICU Registered Nurse ...

GHR Healthcare

Travel NICU RN

Edmonds, WA · On-site

$1.8K - $1.9K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/17/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel NICU Registered Nurse ...

GHR Healthcare

Travel NICU RN

Seattle, WA · On-site

$1.8K - $1.9K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/14/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel NICU Registered Nurse ...

GHR Healthcare

Travel NICU RN

Seattle, WA · On-site

$1.8K - $1.9K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/14/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel NICU Registered Nurse - Travel ...

GHR Healthcare

Travel NICU RN

Seattle, WA · On-site

$1.8K - $1.9K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/14/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel NICU Registered Nurse ...

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How much do neonatal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for neonatal in Seattle, WA is $327,690.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $227,700.00 and $455,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a neonatal nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Neonatal Nurse, you need in-depth knowledge of neonatal care, a nursing degree, RN licensure, and often additional certification in neonatal resuscitation. Familiarity with neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) equipment, electronic health records, and specialized monitoring systems is crucial. Compassion, attention to detail, and effective communication with families and healthcare teams set outstanding neonatal nurses apart. These competencies are vital to ensure the delicate health needs of newborns are met with precision and empathy in high-stakes environments.

What is a neonatal job?

A neonatal job involves caring for newborns, especially premature or ill infants, typically in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). Neonatal healthcare professionals, such as nurses and doctors, require specialized training and certifications like neonatal resuscitation and often work in high-stress, 24-hour environments. The role focuses on monitoring, supporting, and ensuring the health and development of vulnerable newborns.

What are some common challenges faced by neonatal nurses and how do they work with the healthcare team to address them?

Neonatal nurses often encounter challenges such as providing care for critically ill or premature infants, supporting anxious families, and adapting to rapidly changing patient conditions. To address these, they work closely with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and other specialists to develop and implement care plans. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as neonatal nurses often participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate on interventions to ensure the best outcomes for newborns. Additionally, they receive ongoing training to stay current with advances in neonatal care and technology.

What is a neonatal nurse?

Neonatal nurses are specialized registered nurses who care for newborn infants, particularly those who are premature, ill, or have health complications immediately after birth. They work primarily in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) and provide critical care, monitoring, and support to both infants and their families. Their responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and collaborating with doctors and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for newborns.

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Infographic showing various Neonatal job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 58% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $327,690 per year, or $157.5 per hour.

Travel NICU RN

GHR Healthcare

Issaquah, WA • On-site

$1.8K - $1.9K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Issaquah, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 08/24/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

Travel NICU Registered Nurse – Level II NICU in Issaquah, WA

Join a Level II NICU team in Issaquah, Washington, and provide compassionate neonatal nursing care in a supportive, high-acuity environment. This travel nurse opportunity in the Pacific Northwest offers the chance to care for vulnerable newborns while enjoying a highly desirable location near scenic lakes, wooded trails, and mountain views.

Job Details
  • Specialty: NICU Registered Nurse
  • Employment Type: Travel Contract
  • Setting: Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Start Date: 08/24/2026
  • End Date: 11/23/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,850 - $1,950
  • Location: Issaquah, WA
  • Schedule Notes: Nights, weekends as needed to support staffing needs
  • Floating: May be required to Postpartum or Labor & Delivery
Job Requirements
  • Minimum 1 year of NICU RN experience required
  • Experience in a Level II NICU required
  • First-time travelers are not accepted
  • Current RN license required
  • BLS and NRP certifications required
  • Experience with charting systems required; any system experience accepted
  • Travel nursing experience preferred and aligned with the needs of the assignment
  • Strong clinical skills caring for infants 29-34 weeks and unstable newborns
  • Ability to provide two professional references covering at least 1 year within the last 3 years
Responsibilities
  • Provide skilled neonatal nursing care to infants in a Level II NICU
  • Attend all deliveries and high-risk deliveries as needed
  • Support breathing treatments, CPAP/BiPAP, oxygen delivery, and surfactant administration
  • Assist with chest tube setup and care, drains, feeding tubes, PICC/central lines, UAC/UVC management, and syringe pumps
  • Help with procedure sedation, RSI-related support, cooling and warming blanket use, and neonatal stabilization
  • Care for newborns experiencing neonatal abstinence syndrome, isolation precautions, and feeding challenges
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support transition nursery, couplet care, and related newborn services
  • Float to Postpartum or Labor & Delivery when needed to support patient care

Apply now to join this travel NICU nursing opportunity in Issaquah, Washington, and make a meaningful impact in neonatal care.

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #505991. 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 GHR Healthcare

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professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

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