Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $1,815 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN for NICU care in Idaho Falls, Idaho. This role focuses on post-surgery neonatal care, managing ventilations, and supporting critically ill neonates in a Level 3 NICU.

Shifts are 12 hours overnight, with a 36-hour minimum per week. The assignment runs for 13 weeks starting 10/05/2026, ending 01/04/2027, with travel benefits and full benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• STABLE certification; ability to manage central lines and daily fluids.

Responsibilities

• Care for critically ill neonates in a Level 3 NICU, including ventilator support and post-surgery care.
• Collaborate with 26-bed NICU team; maintain family communication and accurate charting.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

NRP Certification

STABLE Certification

Neonatal care

Ventilation management (noninvasive)

Education

RN license

Tools

Isoprime Neonatal Notes Manager

Meditech

Drager Ventilators

BCPAP/NAVA equipment

Job description

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

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 position in an Idaho Falls healthcare facility. This role involves providing specialized care for critically ill neonates in a Level 3 NICU setting, with a focus on supporting infants post-surgery, managing ventilations, and caring for infants with complex needs. The assignment involves night shifts over a 12-week duration, starting on October 5, 2026, and ending on January 4, 2027.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid credentials as a registered nurse, certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Stable (STABLE) certification. Ability to care for central lines and change fluids daily. Experience in caring for infants with noninvasive ventilation such as BCPAP and NAVA, and post-surgery care for infants with ostomies and Broviac catheters.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with invasive ventilation and procedures such as chest tube insertion and central line placement.
• Additional Information: The unit is a 26-bed Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with 48 staff members. Equipment used includes oscillator, Drager ventilators, NAVA, BCPAP, HHNC, and therapeutic hypothermia devices. Charting is managed through Isoprime (Neonatal Notes Manager), with lab results and orders processed via Meditech. Staffing includes one charge nurse and 6-7 RNs per shift. The unit operates on a schedule requiring four weekend shifts within a 4-week cycle. No on-call responsibilities are assigned. The role emphasizes excellent communication with parents and a team-oriented approach. Dress code is navy blue scrubs. Policies include adherence to "bare below the elbows" and weekend work requirements.

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 #1321715. 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