Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,420 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) RN in a Level 3 facility This role involves providing specialized neonatal care to patients ranging from 22 weeks gestation and up. The position requires managing complex diagnoses such as congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN), and other genetic defects, with a focus on high-level clinical skills within a busy NICU environment.

Job Details

• Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Education Requirements: Active Illinois nursing license or confirmation of application process; minimum of 2 years of experience in NICU or Level 3/4 ICU setting preferred.
• Location Requirements: IL license or application process initiated
• Years of Experience: 0.0
• Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, weekly minimum of 36 hours, with shifts from 0700-1930 or 1900-1930.
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• End Date: 01/25/2027
• Additional Information: This role involves working in a NICU with a patient ratio of 1:1-3, including care for micro preemies and managing titratable drips such as Fentanyl, Morphine, and Precedex. Nurses are responsible for troubleshooting ventilators and monitoring strips. The unit operates with a neonatologist in-house 24/7, alongside APNs and residents, supporting comprehensive neonatal care. Staff will participate in unit-specific orientation and may float to other pediatric units as needed.

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 #1332442. 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