Travel NICU Registered Nurse

Company: ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
Location: Stockton
Posted on: February 10, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Stockton, California. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 02/23/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Opportunity: /n RN - NICU /n/n Job Details: /n • Work 12-hour shifts at 7:00 AM or 7:00 PM with no block scheduling allowed /n• Night shifts required with every other weekend requirement, may need to work additional weekends /n• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays /n• No on-call responsibilities for travelers /n• Required to float to Pediatrics and Postpartum units, including couplet care assignments /n• Pediatric ratios are 1:4, NICU ratios vary from 1:1 to 1:3 depending on patient acuity /n• Navy blue scrubs required /n• Work with 22-week to term infants in Level 3 NICU with 30-bed capacity /n• Handle high-volume sepsis, respiratory cases, premature infants, drug withdrawal babies, and syphilis cases /n• Must be comfortable working with surrogates /n• Strong IV skills required as there is no dedicated IV team /n• Work with high-frequency ventilators, Draeger systems, Nitric Oxide, and Nava Ventilation /n• Use Phillips monitors for telemetry with nurse interpretation of basic arrhythmias /n• Operate Medifusion pumps transitioning to Alaris syringe pumps /n• Cerner EMR experience required /n• All MyJourney modules must be completed prior to arrival /n• 2-shift floor-specific orientation provided /n• Required certifications: BLS (AHA), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), PALS /n• BSN degree not required but nursing license must be submitted /n/n Facility: /n This healthcare facility operates a 30-bed Level 3 NICU with an average census of 22 patients, providing specialized care for critically ill newborns from 22 weeks gestation to term. The unit features advanced technology including high-frequency ventilation, Nitric Oxide therapy, and specialized Nava Ventilation systems. The facility maintains 24/7 respiratory therapy support, pharmacy services, and neonatal nurse practitioners in-house overnight with neonatologists providing round-the-clock coverage for critical cases. The unit handles a high volume of complex cases and maintains modern equipment and comprehensive support services for neonatal intensive care. /n/n Location: /n Stockton, CA /n Stockton offers a central California location with easy access to both San Francisco Bay Area attractions and Sierra Nevada mountain recreation, providing diverse lifestyle opportunities. The city features a growing healthcare sector and reasonable cost of living compared to other California metropolitan areas, making it an attractive option for healthcare professionals. Adex Job ID 1050994. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC ADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009. Benefits - Referral bonus

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