Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in San Francisco, CA for RNs

Oakland, California – 94611
Distance from San Francisco: 8 miles
12 N,
November 16, 2026
13 weeks

$3,136 to $3,297

Must at least 3 RECENT years in Level III NICU. (Not travel)

travel Exclusive Seasonal

Oakland, California – 94611
Distance from San Francisco: 8 miles
12 D,
November 16, 2026
13 weeks

$3,136 to $3,297

Must at least 3 RECENT years in Level III NICU. (Not travel)

travel Exclusive Seasonal

Vallejo, California – 94589
Distance from San Francisco: 24 miles
12 N,
November 16, 2026
13 weeks

$3,080 to $3,238

Palo Alto, California – 94304
Distance from San Francisco: 28 miles
8 D,
November 9, 2026
13 weeks

$3,102 to $3,261

Travel RN-NICU jobs at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health in Palo Alto, CA let you provide neonatal intensive care in a city celebrated for its innovation and beautiful campus setting. The facility is a Magnet-recognized children’s hospital with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and advanced technology. You must have an active California RN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, and recent experience in a neonatal intensive care unit. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications are required. Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems is recommended. Skills in neonatal assessment, family-centered care, and teamwork are important for success in this role. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 support. Apply now to join this Travel RN-NICU assignment at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health in Palo Alto, CA.

Palo Alto, California – 94304
Distance from San Francisco: 28 miles
12 D,
November 9, 2026
13 weeks

$2,771 to $2,914

RN-NICU travel nurse jobs at the facility in Palo Alto, CA let you deliver specialized neonatal intensive care to premature and critically ill infants in a collaborative, innovative hospital environment. You will assess, monitor, and provide interventions for newborns, support families, and work closely with a multidisciplinary team. You must have an active California Registered Nurse (RN) license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification, and at least one year of recent neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) experience. Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and strong communication skills are recommended. The facility offers a supportive culture and opportunities for professional growth in Palo Alto, a city known for its innovation, beautiful weather, and access to outdoor activities. With AMN Healthcare, you benefit from excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career assistance, and the confidence of working with a publicly traded company committed to ethical standards. Apply now to join this Travel RN-NICU Nurse assignment in Palo Alto, CA.

Palo Alto, California – 94304
Distance from San Francisco: 28 miles
12 N,
October 26, 2026
13 weeks

$2,430 to $2,554

travel Exclusive

Vacaville, California – 95688
Distance from San Francisco: 47 miles
12 D,
November 30, 2026
13 weeks

$3,080 to $3,238

Vacaville is a vibrant city featuring first-rate shopping, entertaining events, dining, and outdoor fun. Enjoy hikes at Lagoon Valley, or explore the Nut Tree Shopping Center and Centennial Park among various other attractions. The community hosts numerous events at Andrews Park, adding to its lively atmosphere. At the Vacaville Medical Center, expect to be part of a collaborative team in the NICU. This includes delivering specialized care to premature and critically ill neonates under a nurturing environment. The facility operates state-of-the-art medical technology, with opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.

Lodi, California – 95240
Distance from San Francisco: 67 miles
12 D,
November 9, 2026
13 weeks

$2,236 to $2,351

This unit provides intensive, comprehensive care and monitoring for neonates who are experiencing lifethreatening conditions. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), this would be a Level III or Level IV designation. Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has been one of the area’s leading healthcare providers since 1952. We are comprised of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi and the surrounding areas. Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive vineyards and delicious local restaurants and bakeries. The allure of Lodi’s close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or the Northern California coast. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Department Specific License/Certifications: Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP): Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Lodi, California – 95240
Distance from San Francisco: 67 miles
12 N,
November 4, 2026
13 weeks

$1,888 to $1,985

travel Exclusive

Roseville, California – 95678
Distance from San Francisco: 91 miles
12 D,
November 15, 2026
13 weeks

$3,094 to $3,253

ONE HOLIDAY APPROVED ONLY

travel Exclusive

Roseville, California – 95678
Distance from San Francisco: 91 miles
12 N,
November 15, 2026
13 weeks

$3,094 to $3,253

ONE HOLIDAY APPROVED ONLY

Marysville, California – 95901
Distance from San Francisco: 105 miles
November 4, 2026
8 weeks

$3,436 to $3,612

This department provides labor, delivery, and recovery (LDR) services. The OB Triage function is included here if performed by staff in this department. Postpartum, infant care, and ambulatory birthing centers are excluded.

Marysville, California – 95901
Distance from San Francisco: 105 miles
12 D,
November 4, 2026
8 weeks

$2,601 to $2,734

Marysville, California – 95901
Distance from San Francisco: 105 miles
12 N,
November 4, 2026
8 weeks

$2,601 to $2,734

San Luis Obispo, California – 93401
Distance from San Francisco: 198 miles
12 D,
November 4, 2026
13 weeks

$2,339 to $2,459

Travel RN-NICU jobs at French Hospital Medical Center in San Luis Obispo, CA let you care for newborns in a 112-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital with a family birthing center. You will provide specialized neonatal care, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and use electronic medical record (EMR) systems. To qualify, you need a current California RN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, and recent neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications are required. Recommended skills include strong communication, critical thinking, adaptability, and proficiency with EMR systems. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for career management. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare upholds high ethical standards in business. Apply now to join this Travel RN-NICU assignment at French Hospital Medical Center in San Luis Obispo, CA.

San Luis Obispo, California – 93405
Distance from San Francisco: 198 miles
12 N,
November 4, 2026
13 weeks

$2,237 to $2,352

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:

San Luis Obispo, California – 93405
Distance from San Francisco: 198 miles
12 N,
November 4, 2026
13 weeks

$2,050 to $2,155

Santa Maria, California – 93454
Distance from San Francisco: 232 miles
12 N,
November 9, 2026
13 weeks

$2,292 to $2,409

This outstanding 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.

Santa Maria, California – 93454
Distance from San Francisco: 232 miles
12 D,
November 9, 2026
13 weeks

$2,292 to $2,409

Bakersfield, California – 93301
Distance from San Francisco: 251 miles
12 N,
November 16, 2026
13 weeks

$2,235 to $2,350

This unit provides intensive, comprehensive care and monitoring for neonates who are experiencing lifethreatening conditions. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), this would be a Level III or Level IV designation. Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America’s fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California’s great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Bakersfield, California – 93301
Distance from San Francisco: 251 miles
12 D,
October 26, 2026
13 weeks

$2,119 to $2,227

This unit provides intensive, comprehensive care and monitoring for neonates who are experiencing lifethreatening conditions. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), this would be a Level III or Level IV designation. Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America’s fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California’s great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Bakersfield, California – 93301
Distance from San Francisco: 251 miles
12 D,
November 4, 2026
13 weeks

$1,958 to $2,059

This unit provides intensive, comprehensive care and monitoring for neonates who are experiencing lifethreatening conditions. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), this would be a Level III or Level IV designation. Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America’s fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California’s great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Oxnard, California – 93030
Distance from San Francisco: 306 miles
12 N,
November 9, 2026
13 weeks

$2,233 to $2,347

Los Angeles, California – 90015
Distance from San Francisco: 347 miles
12 N,
November 16, 2026
13 weeks

$2,291 to $2,409

This outstanding Neonatal Intensive Care unit based in exciting Los Angeles 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.