Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,145 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 15 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurse position in Sugar Land, Texas. This role involves providing specialized care to neonatal patients in an acute care setting. The position starts on August 31, 2026, and offers a high-demand environment for experienced professionals committed to delivering exceptional neonatal care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Certifications including BLS (AHA), COVID Vaccine, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); minimum 2 years of relevant experience needed
• Preferred Qualifications: Not specified
• Float: Float rotation may be required
• Additional Information: The hospital has a cancellation policy allowing up to 4 cancellations per 13-week contract, with potential full shift pay in lieu of cancellations. Shift coverage is from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. every other weekend.

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 #1299122. 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