Travel Registered Nurse NICU Job

Company: TLC Healthforce
Location: San Luis Obispo
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Imagine stepping into a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit where every moment matters and your expertise can change the trajectory of a newborn’s life. As a Registered Nurse specializing in NICU care, you’ll join a compassionate team on the beautiful Central Coast of California, in San Luis Obispo, where the pace is purposeful and the outcomes are deeply meaningful. This opportunity invites you to anchor your clinical skills in a setting renowned for supportive leadership, collaborative care, and a culture that honors resilience, precision, and the delicate art of infant healing. Beyond the hospital walls, you’ll have a chance to discover California’s coastlines, redwood trails, and vibrant local communities, while also enjoying the flexibility to experience NICU environments across the United States. Your path here isn’t confined to a single unit—it’s a gateway to broadened expertise through placements in diverse facilities, enabling you to refine evidence-based practices, adapt to different protocols, and connect with expert mentors who champion your growth. San Luis Obispo offers a compelling blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle appeal. Picture mornings by the Pacific breeze, afternoons listening to waves along peaceful beaches, and evenings spent exploring a thriving food and arts scene that celebrates the region’s unique character. The location emphasizes work-life harmony, with reliable access to outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and a welcoming community that values the critical work of neonatal nursing. For clinicians who relish variety, our program also provides the chance to work in additional locations across the U.S., delivering a robust spectrum of NICU experiences—from high-acuity tertiary centers to community-level units—while maintaining your roots in a location you love. This dual focus on deepening expertise and broadening horizons makes the San Luis Obispo assignment an ideal cornerstone for a NICU nurse who seeks both stability and adventure within their professional journey. In this role, you’ll assume key responsibilities essential to the care of vulnerable newborns. You’ll monitor critically ill and premature infants, administer and titrate medications, assist with ventilatory support and advanced life-support techniques, manage thermoregulation and nutrition, and lead family-centered rounds with neonatology teams. You’ll contribute to care planning, perform accurate documentation, and advocate for developmental care strategies that support neurodevelopmental outcomes. Collaboration with respiratory therapists, pharmacists, lactation consultants, and social work staff will be a daily rhythm as you implement individualized plans for growth, protection from infection, and timely transition to the next stage of care. The position is designed to cultivate growth: you’ll have opportunities to pursue NICU-specific certifications, engage in quality improvement initiatives, and mentor newer staff, all while expanding your repertoire across different units and patient populations. The weekly pay range of $1,955 to $2,107 reflects the value of your expertise, experience, and the critical role you play in the care team. In addition to competitive compensation, the program offers housing assistance and the potential for contract extensions, allowing you to align your assignments with personal goals and professional ambitions. While schedules are flexible and tailored to unit needs, please note that hours are not guaranteed; assignments may vary in length and intensity, enabling you to curate a dynamic, impactful NICU career. Your travel may come with a built-in support system, including 24/7 assistance from dedicated coordinators and clinical leaders who are available to troubleshoot clinical or logistical challenges and to ensure your safety and success wherever you practice. Our company is grounded in values that empower staff to grow while delivering exceptional patient care. You’ll join a culture that prioritizes mentoring, continuous education, and clear pathways for advancement within neonatal services. The organization recognizes that frontline nurses are the backbone of high-quality outcomes, and our approach centers on courage-to-grow, collaboration, and recognition for excellence. You’ll have access to resources designed to promote your well-being, professional development, and job satisfaction—from targeted training programs and leadership development to peer support and wellness initiatives. The environment is inclusive, supportive, and oriented toward building confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging as you navigate complex clinical demands. If you’re ready to turn your NICU passion into a transformative career journey that blends exceptional clinical practice with the pleasures of a California life, this is your invitation. Apply now to join a team that values your expertise, encourages your ambitions, and stands beside you as you advance in neonatal care. Start Date: 03/02/2026. Duration: Weeks. Guaranteed Hours: 0.0. Weekly pay: $1,955-$2,107. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process, and all assignments include comprehensive support, housing assistance, and extension opportunities to help you maximize both professional growth and personal well-being. Embrace this chance to impact tiny lives, expand your NICU mastery, and contribute to a compassionate, forward-thinking care community. Privacy & Consent By applying, you agree to TLC Healthforce's Privacy Policy and consent to receive job-related text messages; message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. About TLC Nursing TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S. ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions. Why Travelers Choose TLC Competitive weekly pay Fast credentialing 24/7 recruiter & clinical support Nationwide assignments Referral Bonus Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required. EEO Statement TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Powered by JazzHR m9a9it9ZhQ

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