Care for Newborns in Sunny Southern California

Care for Newborns in Sunny Southern California
RN - NICU
Downey, CA
Travel/Contract
AMN Healthcare Nursing

AMN Healthcare Nursing

This travel nursing role offers a unique opportunity to care for newborns in the vibrant city of Downey, California. Experience the rich culture, diverse culinary scene, and proximity to iconic Southern California attractions like Hollywood and Anaheim. Working in a reputable Level III Neonatal Intensive Care unit enhances your clinical skills and opens doors for future advancement in pediatric nursing. Embrace this chance to blend career growth with unforgettable life experiences in a stunning location.
$3,137 - 3,331/week I'm Interested

Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care - Travel - (NICU RN)

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS
Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care - Travel - (NICU RN)
StartDate: 2/16/2026 Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $3137.00 - $3331.00

Required Qualifications
**Must be proficient in caring for all peds age groups.**

2 year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
License, Certification, Registration
Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided)
Basic Life Support
Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Level IlI Neonatal Intensive Care experience

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in nursing or related field.
Seven (7) years of recent experience in Level IlI Neonatal Intensive Care (within last ten (10) years) preferred.

ABOUT THE FACILITY
Having opened its doors to the Los Angeles public in 1965, the Kaiser Downey Medical Center has become a trusted name in healthcare and the preferred choice of many in the area. Today, the medical center exists as a 352-bed institution that offers a full range of care options and is the frequent recipient of national and regional awards and accreditations, including being the recipient of the Women's Choice Award for one of America's Best Hospitals for Patient Experience by Women's Certified and, in 2012, receiving the CALNOC Performance Excellence Awards, for a second year in a row.

FACILITY LOCATION
Birthplace of the Apollo space program and a bustling city with more than 100,000 residents, Downey, California is just minutes from the best of Southern California, including Hollywood, Anaheim, and Manhattan Beach—the world capital of beach volleyball. Nearby Long Beach offers the RMS Queen Mary Hotel, as well as a thriving waterfront downtown, world-class aquarium, and the historic Belmont Shores.

JOB BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

* Competitive pay rates
* Free, quality, private housing
* Medical, Dental, Vision
* 401(k) and Flex Spending
* Life Insurance
* Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
* Free Continuing Education
* Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Requirements

**Must be proficient in caring for all peds age groups.**

2 year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
License, Certification, Registration
Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided)
Basic Life Support
Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Level IlI Neonatal Intensive Care experience

Location
Downey, California
Profession
Registered Nurse
Employment Type
Travel/Contract
Shift
12 N
Duration
13 weeks
Compensation
$3,137 - 3,331/week
Start Date
Feb 15th, 2026

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