Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,445 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Odessa, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse position available in a healthcare setting. This role involves providing specialized care to neonatal patients, utilizing nursing skills and critical thinking to deliver safe and effective treatment. The position is scheduled for night shifts and begins on 09/28/2026, with an expected end date of 12/28/2026. Job Details Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Valid BLS (Basic Life Support), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and STABLE certification, along with a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in neonatal intensive care and prior travel experience. Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week. Required Qualifications: Two or more years of neonatal ICU experience, prior travel experience, valid certifications in BLS, NRP, and STABLE, and a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience. Additional Information: All travel submissions must include at least 2 years of experience and prior travel experience; local candidates are not accepted. The role involves shift accountability for providing care to neonatal patients by utilizing the Nursing Process in accordance with state Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies. The NICU nurse will demonstrate critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership, maintaining clinical competencies through continuing education, delegating patient care duties appropriately, and providing direction and supervision to assigned personnel. This is a PWP (Pay When Paid) facility, meaning payment is contingent upon facility payment. 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 1301365. 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