Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,350 per week

Cross Country Healthcare, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 91,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

A travel nursing agency is seeking a dedicated travel nurse RN for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Tucson, Arizona. This role involves caring for critically ill newborns, attending deliveries, and working collaboratively with healthcare teams. Candidates must have an active RN license and at least one year of acute care experience. Benefits include private housing, comprehensive health insurance, competitive salaries, and more.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty.
• Must have an active RN license.
• Experience in travel nursing preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Care for premature and critically ill newborns.
• Attend deliveries and help formulate care plans.
• Teach parents about their baby's condition and care.

Skills

Critical care for newborns

Compassionate communication with families

Infant care and treatment plan formulation

Education

Active RN license

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

As a neonatal nurse (RN NICU), you will care for premature and critically ill newborns. This will include infants with premature congenital disabilities, dangerous infections and other problems from birth until they are discharged. In addition to attending deliveries, you will be helping to formulate care plans for treatment and participate in complex medical and technical procedures. You will be a liaison with other members of the healthcare team and will teach parents about their baby's condition, breastfeeding and help with other concerns they may have.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
• Active RN license

Benefits

Benefits of taking a travel nursing job with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salariesCompetitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1240334. 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.