Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $3,110 per week

Cross Country Nurses; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Housing allowance

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU for a 13-week assignment in San Leandro, California. The NICU RN will provide specialized care to neonates in a Level III unit, with a 12-hour night shift schedule and a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Requirements include 1 year of NICU experience, active RN license in the state, BLS, and ANRP certification. Preferred candidates have a BSN and broader Level III NICU experience.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of recent (within the last three years) full-time equivalent experience in neonatal intensive care.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (ANRP).
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care to neonatal patients in a Level III NICU setting.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to ensure exceptional patient outcomes.

Skills

NICU experience

RN licensure

BLS certification

ANRP

Level III NICU

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

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

Specialty:

NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care

Discipline:

RN

Start Date:

12/15/2026

Duration:

13 weeks

Hours per week:

36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours, nights

Employment Type:

Travel

Job Summary:

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) registered nurse positions are available in a healthcare facility. These roles involve providing specialized nursing care to neonatal patients within a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care setting. The position requires recent experience in neonatal intensive care and active licensure.

Job Details:

Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications:

• One (1) year of recent (within the last three years) full-time equivalent experience in neonatal intensive care.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (ANRP).
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field.
• Seven (7) years of recent experience in Level III Neonatal Intensive Care (within the last ten years) preferred.

Additional Information:

Start date: 12/15/2026

End date: 03/13/2027

Benefits:

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

Cross Country Job ID #1318646. 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

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.