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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top NICU Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top NICU travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 9 of the best available NICU nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 2 exclusive, high-paying Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. California NICU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Santa Clara, San Luis Obispo, Loma Linda, Greenbrae and Palo Alto. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare California NICU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nurse in California as of Feb 1, 2025 was $2,625 weekly. Currently, you can find NICU jobs in California with a salary range between $1,926 to $3,080 per week. The city with the highest paying NICU job in California currently is Lodi with a position for a Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care at $2,123 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find NICU travel nursing work in. Loma Linda Univ Child Hosp in Loma Linda, Marin General Hospital in Greenbrae, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial in Lodi, Tenet – Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center in San Luis Obispo and Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center in Santa Clara all have NICU departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for NICU travel jobs in California. The earliest start date in California is Mar 31, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care role at $2,829 per week. The latest start date for an job in California is May 11, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care role at $2,123 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job in California including 13 weeks, 14 weeks and 25 weeks.

California is a popular place to work for NICU travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in California with Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 9 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit jobs in California and 33 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Lodi, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in Lodi.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Lodi, California – 95240
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • May 11, 2025
  • 25
$1,926 to $2,123
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Neonatal Intensive Care unit based in exciting Lodi is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in Santa Clara.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 E,
  • April 22, 2025
  • 13
$2,795 to $3,080
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Neonatal Intensive Care unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 D,
  • April 22, 2025
  • 13
$2,795 to $3,080
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Neonatal Intensive Care unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in Palo Alto.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 12 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,017 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
EXCLUSIVE Order Internationally recognized for pediatric and obstetric care, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital provides a wide range of services for babies, children, adolescents and expectant mothers. Their pediatricians, specialty doctors, nurses and staff serve children and their families in the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley and all of Northern California and are recognized both for their achievements and their commitment to highly specialized care. Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital has again been ranked as one of the nation’s best and also the highest-ranked Bay Area Children’s Hospital by the U.S. News Media Group’s 2011-12 Best Children’s Hospitals survey and is one of the first children’s hospitals to join with Partnership for a Healthy America.
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Highest Paying Jobs in San Luis Obispo, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in San Luis Obispo.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • San Luis Obispo, California – 93405
  • 12 N,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$2,164 to $2,829
Weekly Pay*
Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had. Job Summary: Provides for the planning, coordination, and provision of nursing care to patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit on specified shifts. This position is responsible for care planning, medication administration, noting of physiological changes, and psychosocial needs of neonates, as well as the education/training of the patient and their family. Supervises and delegates care responsibilities to ancillary personnel commensurate with their scope of practice and will be cross trained and float to Peds. This position is represented by CNA. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Associate Degree(A.S.) or equivalent: Required Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing: Preferred Two years NICU experience: Required Previous neonatal transport experience: Preferred Previous experience attending deliveries for neonatal resuscitation purposes: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Current RN license in state of practice: Required Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS OR HS-PALS OR RQIPALS) certification: Required Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification: Required RNC or CCRN certification: Preferred Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice: Required Essential Functions: Provides appropriate nursing interventions for both stable and critically ill newborns. Is competent in all routine nursing skills including: (1) medication administration, (2) intravenous therapy including blood products, (3) care & maintenance of indwelling catheters & drains and, (4) safe use of any medical equipment used in the neonatal intensive care environment. Demonstrates knowledge & skills in the care and management of the neonate requiring mechanical ventilation and other ventilatory support devices i.e. nasal CPAP, O2 cannula, Hi/Low flow suctioning, and ETT nasal/oral nebulized medication with hand held nebulizer. Demonstrates knowledge and skills in caring for the critically ill neonate with a variety of diagnoses–from the micro premie to the term infant. Care provided is developmentally and environmentally appropriate. Accurately interprets hemodynamic monitoring and effectively manages the neonate’s hemodynamic status. Is able to identify abnormal lab values & notifies physician appropriately. Demonstrates appropriate clinical judgment in managing life threatening emergencies. Accurately interprets ECG rhythm and manages care of patients during life threatening emergencies in populations served. Demonstrates knowledge of lead functions and application, able to make recommendations for best monitoring based on patient presentation. Understands and follows chain of command per policy. Demonstrates knowledge & skills related to fluid & electrolyte management. Is knowledgeable in infant nutrition & feeding. Provides appropriate psychosocial support to families/caregivers throughout the newborn’s hospitalization to include adjustment to the critical care environment with transition to home. Provides appropriate support for families working through the grieving process, including end of life experiences. Initiates a multidisciplinary, family-centered, goal oriented care plan for each neonate in collaboration with members of the health care team and provides care based on that plan. Educates families/caregivers regarding the newborn’s care to include in-hospital care as well as care after discharge. Uses teaching methods appropriate to the condition, culture, and assessed learning-readiness of the parents/guardians. Completes legible, accurate and timely documentation of all nursing care provided, including evaluation of the neonate’s response to medications, treatments & procedures. Consistently performs necessary unit specific safety & quality control checks (i.e. Shift and 24hr MD order checks, VO/TO Read Back, crash cart checks, urine QC, refrig logs & outdate checks). Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements:
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Highest Paying Jobs in Greenbrae, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit positions available in Greenbrae.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Greenbrae, California – 94904
  • 12 N,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,205 to $2,430
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Neonatal Intensive Care unit, based in exciting Greenbrae is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Statistics on NICU Jobs in California

Review helpful statistics about NICU traveling nurse jobs in California. The data is based on the last three complete months of NICU job postings in the state of California. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Neonatal Intensive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in California for travel nursing jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Jobs in California

How much does an Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nurse make on average in California?

A NICU nurse in California can make an average of $2,686 per week.

How much does a night shift NICU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Neonatal Intensive Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $2,618 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift NICU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Neonatal Intensive Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $2,691 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit jobs are available in California?

There are currently 9 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel nursing jobs available in California. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Neonatal Intensive Care Unit staff in California?

  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster
  • Kaiser Permanente Point West Medical Offices in Sacramento
  • Burre Dental Center in Eureka
  • Redwood Pediatrics in Fortuna
  • Tehama County Health Services Agency in Red Bluff

What types of shifts are most common for NICU travel nursing jobs in California?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in California cities.

What is the most common contract duration for NICU travel jobs in California?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit travel job in California is 13.

Locating NICU Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Lodi, Loma Linda, Palo Alto, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Clara have travel NICU nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, Kaiser Permanente Point West Medical Offices, Burre Dental Center, Redwood Pediatrics and Tehama County Health Services Agency, all with nurse specialties and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit professionals.
San Antonio Regional Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 32, 3, 10, 7, 11, 8, 29, and 65
Departments
Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
999 San Bernardino Road
Upland, CA 91786
Nearby Neighborhoods
Los Olivos (91786)
Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
700 Lawrence Expressway
Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Neighborhoods
Roundup Trailer Lodge (95054), Garden Court Mobile Home Village (95054), Santa Clara Trailer Village (95054)
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 20, 10, 7, 4, 25, 11, 8, and 26
Departments
Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
2615 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), Landco (93384), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Kern City (93309)
Adventist Health Glendale
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 52, 13, 16, 24, 10, 14, 11, 8, and 26
Departments
Case Manager Case Manager Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1509 Wilson Terrace
Glendale, CA 91206
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Square (91205), North Glendale (91202), Sepulveda (91201), Sparr Heights (91208), Verdugo City (91046)
Adventist Health Lodi Memorial
Shifts
8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 52, 13, 17, 18, 25, 4, 26, and 8
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Telemetry
Address
975 SOUTH FAIRMONT AVE.
Lodi, CA 95240
Nearby Neighborhoods
LodiLakeWeather (95258), Pearson (95240), Lodi Junction (95240), East Side (95240), Pope (95240)
El Camino Hospital Mountain View
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 8
Departments
Ambulatory OR Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Infection Control Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
2500 GRANT RD.
Mountain View, CA 94040
Nearby Neighborhoods
Waverly Park (94024), Cuesta Park (94042), Blossom Valley (94040), Cuernavaca (94088), Sylvan Park (94041)
Adventist Health White Memorial
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 52, 13, 16, 20, 36, 10, 14, 26, and 8
Departments
Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Telemetry
Address
1720 Cesar E. Chavez Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
Nearby Neighborhoods
Brooklyn Heights (90033), Aliso Village (90013), Pico Gardens (90033), Taylor Junction (90012), Mission Junction (90012)
Surgery Center of Valley Presbyterian Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Infection Control Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
15107 Vanowen Street
Van Nuys, CA 91405
Kaiser – San Francisco Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry Telemetry Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
2425 Geary Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Neighborhoods
Anza Vista (94115), Amanico Ergina Village (94115), Marcus Garvey Square (94115), North of the Panhandle (94117), Martin Luther King Square (94115)
Kaiser – San Leandro
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
1311 and 13
Departments
Emergency Room Home Health Home Health Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery MS Tele Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry Telemetry Urgent Care Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
2500 Merced Street
San Leandro, CA 94577

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