Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,115 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/28/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position in Naperville, Illinois. This role involves providing specialized care in a fast-paced, critical environment for neonatal patients. Candidates are required to bring their IL Nursing License and certifications on the first day of work.

Job Details:

• Location: Naperville, Illinois
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM 7:00 AM, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: IL Nursing License, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification, minimum of 2 years of core NICU experience, Level 3 or 4 experience preferred, ability to care for critical infants requiring ventilators and CPAP, experience with high flows lines, maintaining a patient ratio of 1:1 for critical patients, 1:2 for growers/feeders, and 1:3-4 for stable neonates. Knowledge of NICU protocols related to prematurity and neonatal transfers.
• Additional Information: This environment is very fast-paced with approximately 5 admissions daily. Assignments may change during shifts. An orientation of 8 hours (2 hours non-billable) will be provided, with subsequent orientation lasting 4 hours (2 hours non-billable). The role may involve floating to Mothers Baby (MB), Pediatric (Peds), or Elmhurst - Special Care Nursery. Breaks include a 30-minute lunch.
• Experience Requirements: 0+ years of experience required, with a preference for candidates fitting the detailed clinical experience.

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 #1271095. 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