RN - NICU - Travel - DAY SHIFT

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:

The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) registered nurse position is located in Dallas, Texas. This role involves providing specialized care to neonatal patients, including preterm infants and those with complex medical needs, in a 108-bed unit. The position requires collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality neonatal nursing care.

Job Details:

Shift & Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license; minimum of 1 year of level III neonatal intensive care experience; certifications including BLS (Basic Life Support) and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program); relevant experience with preemies (at least 28 weeks gestation and above), central line management, and respiratory management including intubated patients.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with surgical and cardiac neonates, care of trach infants, and management of broviacs.

Additional Information: The unit utilizes advanced equipment such as nasal cannula, Bubble Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), ventilators, oscillators, IV pumps, Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS), warmers, and isolettes. Procedures performed include central line insertions, circumcisions, exploratory laps, gastroschisis reductions, and patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) ligations. The unit promotes a professional environment with staff experienced in neonatal intensive care, including those with specialized skills and certifications.

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 #1284832. 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