Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,445 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN for the NICU in Odessa, Texas. This Neonatal Intensive Care Unit role requires RN licensure, BLS, and NRP certifications. Night shifts are 12 hours with a minimum 36 hours per week for a 13-week travel assignment.

Two years of travel-ready experience is preferred; local candidates are not accepted. Start date 10/19/2026 and end date 01/04/2027. Competitive pay and travel benefits provided by Cross Country Nurses.

Qualifications

• RN license required, BLS and NRP certifications required.
• No specific prior travel experience required, but minimum two years of experience for travel submissions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to NICU patients using the Nursing Process and clinical leadership.
• Supervise assigned personnel and maintain clinical competency through continuing education.
• Adhere to hospital policies and state Nurse Practice Acts.

Skills

RN

BLS

NRP

Night shift experience

Education

RN licensure

Job description

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

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) Registered Nurse position located in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This role involves providing specialized care to neonatal patients, utilizing critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership to ensure the safe delivery of neonatal care. The position requires adherence to hospital policies and state Nurse Practice Acts.

Job Details

• Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS Basic Life Support certification, NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification, no specific experience requirement indicated, and basic education credentials.
• Schedule: Night shift with 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: All travel submissions must include at least two years of experience along with prior travel experience. No local candidates will be accepted. This assignment is for a temporary period from October 5, 2026, to January 4, 2027.
• Responsibilities: Provide nursing care to NICU patients by utilizing the Nursing Process, demonstrating leadership, maintaining clinical competency through continuing education, delegating patient care, and providing supervision to assigned personnel.

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
• Free direct deposit/checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date: 2026-09-13

Cross Country Job ID #1301365. 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