TravelNurseSource is working with Trustaff to find a qualified NICU RN in Houston, Texas, 77001! Pay Information $1,687 per week About The Position About this job As a NICU RN, you'll work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to provide care for newborns that are either sick or premature. NICU RNs specialize in medical care for newborns at a variety of levels, from intensive, life-saving measures to rehabilitation and nourishment, so you must be well-versed in infant care. Qualifications: Basic travel nursing requirements include: 1-2 years recent experience in the job's primary area of care Active license or appropriate accreditation in one of the 50 US states Additional requirements & certifications as may be requested by the specificfacility/unit An enthusiastic, adventurous spirit with a desire to help Duties & Responsibilities Travel nurses work for a limited amount of time at a particular location, providing patient care and support before moving on to their next exciting adventure. Travel healthcare professionals are experienced caregivers who adapt quickly to change and enjoy learning new things. Take your skills on the road and explore somewhere new-all while earning a great living! Travel nursing in Houston, TX Texas is the second largest state and contains the second largest population! Making up a huge portion of the southern half of the country right along the Mexican border, working in Texas offers diverse opportunities to learn and grow. From mega cities like Houston and Dallas to small towns along the Gulf Coast, there's so much to experience during your assignment. Explore Austin's music and tech, visit the Alamo, and feast on the country's best Tex-Mex food! About Trustaff Privately owned and operated, since 2002 Trustaff has specialized in matching skilled professionals with high-paying travel nursing jobs at the best facilities across the country as one of the most well-respected travel healthcare agencies. When you join the Trustaff family, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds: not only are our travelers some of the highest-paid in the industry, you'll enjoy premier access to thousands of jobs and unmatched personal service. Here are the top-tier benefits you'll enjoy while traveling with Trustaff: Great selection of high-paying jobs in all 50 states Priority access to Trustaff-exclusive jobs Weekly pay through direct deposit Guaranteed weekly hours (depending on facility of choice) Medical/Dental/Vision insurance - Health insurance options start at just $23/week! 401k with employer match Licensure reimbursement and CEU assistance Travel assistance Earn great referral and completion bonuses Joint Commission certified Employee discounts, rewards program, birthday contests and more 26236709EXPTEMP 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt to varying healthcare contexts. Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Different healthcare facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures. Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of compliance and the rationale behind different policies. Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options.