Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,190 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• 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) is needed for a facility located in Springfield, Missouri. This position involves providing specialized neonatal care for premature, critically ill, or congenital infants. Candidates must bring their nursing license on the first day of assignment. The RN will float to postpartum and pediatric units as needed, working primarily during night shifts.

Job Details:

• Location: Springfield, Missouri
• Shift: Nights, 6:30 PM 7:00 AM
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license; 2 years NICU experience in a level 3 or higher facility; BLS (Basic Life Support); PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferred; previous travel experience preferred; must live at least 100 miles away from the facility; if previously employed by the organization, must have been gone at least 2 years.
• Preferred Qualifications: PALS certification and previous travel experience.
• Additional Information: One position available; weekends and holidays as needed; the position is part of a new/expanded service line.

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 #1277907. 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