Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,110 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 146,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a NICU nurse in Frankfort, KY for a travel assignment. This RN role focuses on specialized newborn care in a NICU setting, ensuring patient safety and developmental support for high-needs infants.

The position requires 2+ years NICU experience, active KY license, BLS and NRP, with a 13-week duration and 36 hours per week on 12-hour night shifts. Travel benefits include housing options, insurance, and stipends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years NICU experience in a hospital setting.
• Active Kentucky nursing license at submission time.
• BLS and NRP certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Perform IV starts, lab draws and medication administration.
• UVC/UAC line maintenance and patient assessments.
• Assist providers with intubation, chest tube and umbilical line placement.
• Circumcisions as needed and keep scrubs attire as provided.

Skills

NICU experience

Ability to work nights

Education

Kentucky nursing license

Tools

NRP certification

BLS certification

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse in Frankfort, KY. This role involves providing specialized care for neonatal patients in a NICU setting, ensuring patient safety and developmental support for infants with complex medical needs.

Job Details

• Location: Frankfort, KY
• Shift Time: Nights
• Shift Hours: 12 hours
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Required Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years NICU experience in a hospital setting, Kentucky license active at the time of submission, BLS (Basic Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
• Responsibilities include performing IV starts, lab draws, medication administration, UVC/UAC line maintenance, assessments, assisting providers with intubation, chest tube placement, umbilical line placement, and circumcisions
• Dress code: Scrub attire provided
• Schedule: Every other weekend shift and on-call responsibilities

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 #1307600. 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