Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $1,990 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) registered nurse (RN) position is available in Austin, Texas. This contract role requires candidates to work night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Candidates must bring their license on the first day and possess the necessary certifications and experience as specified.

Job Details:

• Location: Austin, Texas
• Specialty Name: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Shift Hours: 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM 7:00 AM)
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Required Qualifications: Candidates must have a valid RN license, at least 2 years of Level 3 NICU experience, and certifications including NRP and BLS. Experience with EMR systems such as CPN and Meditech is required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Not specified.
• Additional Information: No nail polish or artificial nails; strict dress code of navy scrubs.
• Unit Information: The NICU in this facility has 97 beds with a staff of approximately 200, primarily RNs and a clerk on night shifts. The patient-to-RN ratio is 3-4 patients per nurse, with necessary equipment including Medfusion pumps, Alaris, Giraffeislolettes, and GE monitors.

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 #1270696. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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