Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,545 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Norfolk, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse at a children's hospital in Norfolk, VA. This role involves providing specialized care for neonates with varied conditions, such as prematurity, neurological disorders, cardiac lesions, respiratory issues, renal, gastrointestinal issues, and anomalies. The position requires delivering high-quality patient care in a Level IV NICU environment with a focus on safety and compassionate support. Job Details Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Location: Norfolk, VA Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, scheduled to start on 11/09/2026 and end on 02/07/2027 Required Qualifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications, 1 year of RN experience, valid nursing license, current flu vaccination during flu season Preferred Qualifications: Experience in neonatal intensive care or similar critical care environment Additional Information: The NICU has 70 beds, including 50 private rooms and 10 double-bed rooms Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:2 or 1:3 depending on the case Orientation duration: 2-3 shifts Occasional bedside surgeries such as PDA ligation, chest tubes, and Penrose drains may occur Areas requiring floating include the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, with similar patient populations to the NICU Patient management involves primary nursing and computerized charting using Cerner systems All clinicians must have a current flu vaccination before submission, with no exceptions during flu season 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 1335874. 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