Introduction
Embark on a transformative journey as a Travel Registered Nurse specializing in NICU, stationed in Los Angeles, California. This is more than a placement; it's an opportunity to stabilize the tiniest lives, guide families through moments of vulnerability, and collaborate with leaders in neonatal care while you grow your expertise in high-acuity units. In the NICU, every shift is a chance to blend precision, compassion, and teamwork to outcomes that truly matter. You'll join a multidisciplinary team that champions evidence-based practice, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to vulnerable newborns. Beyond the bedside, you can influence care plans, mentor emerging clinicians, and engage in quality-improvement initiatives that lift the standard of care hospital-wide. For those drawn to sunlit coastlines, a dynamic cultural scene, and a frontier of medical advancement, this assignment in Los Angeles offers a powerful blend of professional challenge and personal discovery. California's beauty is the backdrop : stroll the Santa Monica Pier at sunset, explore the Griffith Observatory, wander the vineyards of nearby valleys, or find quiet refuge in towering Sierra landscapes. The state invites exploration as you advance your career.
Location Benefits
California isn't just a destination; it's a thriving learning ecosystem for NICU professionals. In Los Angeles you'll be part of a premier NICU team that spans subspecialties, access to state-of-the-art equipment, and collaborative relationships with physicians who shape neonatal standards. The environment rewards curiosity, supports innovation, and honors the highest standards of family-centered care. The opportunity to work in various locations across the U.S. further broadens your clinical exposure-exposure you gain while maintaining the continuity of a trusted support network. You'll experience diverse patient populations, urban vitality, and the chance to balance intense clinical moments with enriching downtime in a city renowned for its culture, cuisine, art, and entertainment. This program is designed to let you grow into leadership roles while enjoying the unique flavors and opportunities of California and the broader travel assignment landscape.
Role Specifics and Benefits
Key responsibilities in this NICU travel role center on delivering exceptional, evidence-informed newborn care in a fast-paced environment. You'll participate in critical rounds, monitor fragile infants, assist with ventilator management and advanced respiratory therapies, administer medications with meticulous dosing protocols, and implement growth and nutrition plans tailored to each infant's trajectory. Family education and support are integral, ensuring parents are informed partners throughout the hospital course. You'll document care plans clearly, collaborate with respiratory therapists, pharmacists, social workers, and intensivists, and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives that drive better outcomes. The position offers professional growth opportunities including exposure to subspecialties, opportunities to mentor junior nurses, and access to ongoing credentialing and specialty training.
Competitive benefits are a hallmark of this assignment. In addition to a weekly pay range of $1,842-$1,935, you'll have access to a signing or completion bonus where applicable, housing assistance or stipends to ease relocation, and options for contract extensions that align with your career goals. Our support structure is designed around you : a dedicated traveler advocate, 24 / 7 real-time support, and streamlined onboarding that helps you feel confident and connected from day one. The role provides flexibility around duration in weeks and enables you to align assignments with your life and learning objectives. Guaranteed hours are listed as 0.0, reflecting the dynamic nature of travel assignments while still prioritizing fair scheduling and consistency wherever possible. The combination of clinical challenge, generous benefits, and robust support creates an environment where you can deliver excellent neonatal care while advancing professionally.
Company Values
We are committed to empowering our healthcare professionals, recognizing that your growth drives the future of neonatal care. Our culture emphasizes continuous development, mentorship, and a supportive work climate where colleagues uplift one another. You'll find a clear path for career advancement, access to leadership opportunities, and a community that celebrates achievement while maintaining the balance needed for sustainable practice. We prioritize transparency, respect, and collaboration, ensuring you feel valued and equipped to pursue your best work every day.
Call to Action
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in NICU care, apply now to join a company that values your expertise and invests in your professional development. Begin this exciting assignment on 12 / 22 / 2025, with a flexible duration tailored to your goals, and discover a travel nursing experience that respects your skills and aspirations. This is your chance to contribute to lifesaving neonatal care, mentor peers, and grow within a supportive, mission-driven team-while enjoying the opportunities that California and the broader United States have to offer.
Note : The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
ShiftShield™ - Traveler Protection
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Why Travelers Choose TLC
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral - no employment required.
EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Nicu Registered Nurse • Los Angeles, CA, United States