Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,495 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Santa Rosa, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 10/05/2026 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 is located in an acute care setting specializing in the care of neonatal patients. The role involves assessment, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care for neonates, with an emphasis on providing holistic, individualized care. The RN will develop and implement plans of care that consider psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, and biological factors, ensuring the best outcomes for fragile neonatal patients. Job Details Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 10/05/2026 and ending on 01/04/2027. Required Qualifications: Valid California Registered Nurse licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and at least 2 years of experience working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Candidates must have experience with charting in Epic, patient ratios of 3 neonates per nurse during night shifts, and be proficient in the administration of blood and blood products, neonatal protocols, and complex neonatal procedures. Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge nurse experience and at least 5 years of neonatal nursing experience. Additional Information: Responsibilities include assisting with high-risk deliveries, managing various neonatal procedures such as ECMO, nitric oxide therapy, and ventilator management, and providing family education and support. The role involves floating as needed and volunteering for call shifts, with mandatory completion of orientation hours. Submittal Requirements: Candidates must upload valid licensure, relevant certifications, and references obtained within the last year. All compliance documents are due 10 days prior to the start date. 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 Posted Date: 2026-09-11 Cross Country Job ID #1301329. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr