Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $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) registered nurse (RN) position located in Norfolk, VA. This role involves providing specialized care to preterm and critically ill newborns in a Level IV NICU. The position offers a unique opportunity to work within a top-tier unit delivering comprehensive neonatal care.

Job Details

• Position: RN - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Location: Norfolk, VA
• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts, every other weekend, holidays as needed
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification, 1 year of experience in NICU, valid nursing license in the state of Virginia or eligible to obtain, physical ability to perform the duties of the role
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with bedside surgeries such as PDA ligation, chest tubes, Penrose drains; proficiency in computerized charting systems such as Cerner
• Additional Responsibilities: Providing care for premature infants (22-36 weeks), neonates with neurological, cardiac, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, and congenital anomalies; working in a high-acuity environment with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2 or 1:3; floating to Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) as needed
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must submit verification of required certifications and licensing

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 #1335875. 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