Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,460 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Apple Valley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

Free CE credits

Job summary

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

The NICU RN will provide specialized neonatal care in a level III NICU setting, requiring a minimum of two years of nursing experience (at least one year in NICU). This role includes 12-hour night shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week, with a travel arrangement and housing benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of nursing experience with at least one year in NICU.
• Current RN license in practice state; compact license required.
• BLS and NRP certifications preferred; NRP willingness considered.

Responsibilities

• Administer blood and blood products.
• Manage arterial lines and central venous access as applicable.
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and neonatal resuscitation support.
• Provide respiratory support and monitor neonatal patients.
• Care for neonates with prematurity, sepsis, NEC, and RSV/ARD.
• Float to nearby units as needed based on experience.

Skills

BLS certification

NRP certification

2+ years NICU experience

Education

RN license (state)

Compact license

Tools

CPAP

BIPAP

Ventilators

High-frequency vents

Isolettes / Warmers

PICC / Midlines

Arterial lines

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) Location: unspecified. This position involves providing specialized care to neonates within a level III NICU setting. The role requires a minimum of two years of experience, including at least one year in the specialty, and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment caring for high-risk infants.

Job Details

• Certifications: BLS, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) candidates willing to obtain NRP if not already certified will be considered.
• Education Requirements: Appropriate nursing license in the state of practice; valid compact license required at the time of submission.
• Experience: Two years of nursing experience, with at least one year in neonatal intensive care.
• Location Requirements: Candidate must be within a 50-mile radius of the facility.
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Responsibilities include administering blood and blood products, managing arterial lines, assisting with high-risk deliveries, providing respiratory support, managing PICC and midlines, and caring for neonatal patients with conditions such as prematurity, sepsis, NEC, and respiratory distress syndrome.
• Additional relevant skills include use of CPAP, BIPAP, ventilators, high-frequency vents, and equipment such as isolettes and warmers.
• Float: Float rotation may be required, including potential float to nearby units with eligible experience.
• Submission Requirements: Must include responses to whether the candidate has prior experience at a Providence facility, with locations and dates, along with two references covering at least one year within the last three years.

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 #1332712. 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.