NICU Travel Nurse Job in Edison, NJ | Days (3x12)

Hackensack Meridian Health - JFK University Medical Center Edison, NJ
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Travel RN
NICU Nurse in Edison, NJ
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$2,177
Specialty
NICU
Travel · RN
Shift
Days
3×12 hrs
Start Date
ASAP
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This NICU travel nurse job in Edison, New Jersey, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel NICU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Hackensack Meridian Health - JFK University Medical Center. This role pays $2,177 per week and follows a Days shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more

In this NICU travel nursing job, you will provide patient care in a hospital setting, assess and monitor patient conditions, support urgent interventions, document care accurately, and collaborate with physicians and the clinical care team during fast-moving patient situations.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with streamlined credentialing to help with fast start dates, free license support and renewals, and Day 1 benefits. Apply today to learn more about this NICU travel nurse job in Edison, NJ, and find others just like it. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Hackensack Meridian Health - JFK University Medical Center
    • — Quick Feedback
    • — High Extension Rate
    • — First Time Travelers Accepted
  • Location: Edison, NJ 08820
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (3x12)
  • EMR System: Epic

Travel NICU Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent NICU experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by New Jersey and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – NICU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Edison, NJ

What certifications are required for travel NICU jobs?
Most travel NICU jobs require BLS and a current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) provider card. Many units also require or prefer S.T.A.B.L.E. training, which covers post-resuscitation and pre-transport care. ACLS is usually not needed for NICU. The RNC-NIC credential is a strong plus, especially for Level III and IV units.
Does my NICU level need to match the unit I’m applying to?
Usually, facilities want recent experience at a similar level of care. A Level II background may be a fit for units caring for moderately ill or premature infants, while Level III and IV positions often look for experience with very premature or critically ill newborns, advanced respiratory support, central lines, and other higher-acuity care. Travelers with experience at the same or a higher NICU level generally have the most transferable background.
What kind of NICU experience should I highlight when applying for travel jobs?
Be specific about the gestational ages, acuity levels, and neonatal therapies you have managed independently. Experience with ventilators, CPAP or high-flow support, central lines, TPN, thermoregulation, high-risk deliveries, or neonatal stabilization can all help facilities understand your background. Simply listing “NICU” may not show whether your recent experience matches the needs of the unit.
How does the stroke program at Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center stand out for travel nurses?
JFK University Medical Center was the first facility in the tri-state area to earn Joint Commission Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center status, so travelers manage complex stroke and neuro-interventional recoveries.
Does Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center have a nationally ranked rehabilitation program?
Yes — the JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute is nationally ranked and takes complex neurological and orthopedic recovery patients, so travelers coordinate intensive rehabilitation care.
What surgical and teaching environment does JFK Medical Center offer travelers in Edison?
It's a roughly 499-bed academic teaching hospital affiliated with the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, with bariatric, robotic, and gastroenterology surgery for a varied surgical caseload.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Licensing in New Jersey

Compact license accepted. New Jersey is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you. See the New Jersey Licensing Center →

Explore Edison, NJ

Edison, NJ anchors a commuter corridor served by I-287, US-1, and frequent Northeast Corridor rail. If you’re searching for travel RN jobs, roles surface across clinics and community settings that serve township and campus areas. Demand for travel nursing jobs is supported as groceries and services cluster along the retail spine. Many clinicians live in New Brunswick, Woodbridge, or Piscataway. In New Jersey, highway and rail options help professionals line up housing, start dates, and errands without spanning the entire metro, while neighborhood centers keep everyday tasks close at hand.

Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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