Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,370 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Tucson, 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 position involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for neonatal patients in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards. The role requires a focus on delivering high-quality care in a specialized unit, with responsibilities extending to care coordination, documentation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Job Details

• Position requires a current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice, with BLS certification.
• Experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) setting is preferred; a minimum of two years as an NICU RN and prior travel experience are required.
• The role involves providing direct patient care during night shifts, with 12-hour shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Responsibilities include patient assessment, care planning, coordination, delegation, supervision, and documentation of nursing care.
• Ability to respond quickly to unexpected patient care needs, lift up to 75 pounds, and communicate effectively is essential.
• The position may involve floating to pediatric units as appropriate.
• The role supports professional growth through participation in educational activities and quality improvement initiatives.
• Candidates must meet all licensing and certification requirements and demonstrate clinical competencies appropriate to neonatal 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 #1332007. 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