Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,325 per week

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

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) Charge Registered Nurse position is available in Laguna Hills, California. This role involves providing specialized care for critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU environment. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The position offers an opportunity to work 12-hour night shifts, with a minimum commitment of 36 hours per week. The qualified candidate will possess solid NICU experience and necessary certifications.

Job Details:

• Location: Laguna Hills, California
• Shift: 3x12-hour nights, from 19:00 to 07:30
• Schedule: Nights, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: CA license in hand, minimum of 3 years of solid NICU experience in Level III or higher units, current BLS (Basic Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), and Advanced NRP certifications, valid Nursys report pulled within the last 2 weeks, and current flu vaccination.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in neonates less than 24-28 weeks, 29-34 weeks, or greater than 34 weeks gestation; experience managing high-risk deliveries; proficiency in advanced neonatal procedures and medications.
• Additional Information: Candidate must have experience attending high-risk deliveries, managing various neonatal ventilations and lines, neonatal medication administration, APGAR scoring, and patient/family teaching. Knowledge of EPIC Electronic Patient Record system required. RTO (Return to Office) must be presented at submission.
• Float: Float rotation may be required, potentially floating between labor and delivery and neonatal ICU units.

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 #1280474. 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