GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Worcester, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline:

RN Start Date:

01/21/2026 Duration:

13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift:

12 hours Employment Type:

Travel NICU Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – Night Shift Travel Nursing Assignment in Worcester, Massachusetts

Advance your nursing career as a NICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Worcester, MA 01605! This travel nursing job offers the chance to provide specialized neonatal care in a state-of-the-art Level III/IV NICU. Join our healthcare team and make a difference for critically ill neonates and infants in one of Massachusetts' leading medical centers. Worcester is a vibrant city in central Massachusetts, perfect for healthcare professionals seeking rewarding nursing jobs and a lively community.

Compensation

Estimated Weekly Salary Range:

$2,360 - $2,420 per week

NICU RN Job Details

Location:

Worcester, Massachusetts 01605

Healthcare Setting:

Level III/IV NICU

Assignment Type:

Travel nursing job

Start Date:

December 30, 2025

End Date:

March 31, 2026

Contract Duration:

13 weeks

Nursing Shift:

Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 – 07:30)

Hours per Week:

36

Patient Population:

Neonates and infants (daily census ~40, 49 beds)

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Massachusetts RN license (conditional license accepted)

Minimum 2 years of recent experience in a Level III or IV NICU

NRP certification (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

BLS certification

EPIC charting experience required

Infant Driven Feeding Training preferred

Ability to pass Tele exam during orientation (minimum score 80%)

Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions allowed)

NICU Nurse Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill neonates and infants

Monitor and manage patients with complications of prematurity, including respiratory distress syndrome, therapeutic hypothermia, and surgical interventions

Administer medications, blood products, and perform advanced procedures such as arterial line management, central line care, and ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)

Support feeding (bottle, breast, gavage) and provide breastfeeding support

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including respiratory therapy, radiology, and social services

Educate and support families throughout the NICU stay

Maintain accurate documentation using EPIC electronic health records

Participate in orientation, ongoing training, and required compliance modules

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to join our Worcester healthcare team and take the next step in your NICU nursing career! Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

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We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com. 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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #439110. 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 - PH Division

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare 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 consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.