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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

HIGH EB-3 demand

Neonatal ICU nurses caring for critically ill newborns. High EB-3 demand at academic medical centers.

National vacancy rate
13.5%
Salary premium vs. base RN
+16%
Certifications commonly required
RNC-NIC

Top shortage states for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Georgia
18,400 RN shortage · 11.5%
$95,080
California
45,500 RN shortage · 8%
$150,280
Texas
35,496 RN shortage · 12.6%
$95,380
Florida
12,500 RN shortage · 6%
$90,650
North Carolina
22,600 RN shortage · 15%
$90,470