Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,375 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse - Location: unspecified. This role involves providing specialized nursing care for newborns in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The nurse will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care to ensure the best outcomes for neonatal patients, adhering to professional standards and organizational policies.

Job Details

• Position Description: This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents nursing care for neonatal patients in accordance with organizational policies, standards of professional nursing practice, and specialized knowledge of neonatal care. The nurse utilizes judgement and clinical skills to deliver appropriate care based on patient data, including physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural, and discharge planning needs. The role includes formulation and revision of care plans, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, direct care delivery, supervision of nursing activities, and documentation in compliance with policies and regulatory standards.
• Required Qualifications: Current, valid RN license in the state of practice, BLS certification, 12-hour night shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, and experience in an acute care setting within the past 12 months in the neonatal specialty or relevant clinical area.
• Schedule: Nights, 12 hours shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: The position may require participation in clinical research activities, mentoring, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. The role involves interaction with staff across departments, families, and external agencies, with a focus on providing compassionate, effective neonatal nursing care.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1328398. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we're here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It's about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we're with you every step of the way. Let's build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus