Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,105 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN for NICU duties in Irving, Texas. This position involves specialized neonatal care, night shifts, and a 13-week assignment with a 36-hour workweek.

The role requires an active RN license, 2+ years hospital/neonatal experience, and proficiency with CPAP/ventilation, central lines, and GE monitors. Meditech documentation experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Minimum 2 years hospital or specialty experience.
• Experience caring for infants requiring CPAP or ventilation.
• Proficiency with central line stabilization.
• Experience with GE bedside monitors and GE beds (Giraffe and Panda).
• Knowledge of Natus Neoblue phototherapy lights and Neomed/Medfusion pumps.
• CPMS/Meditech documentation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Line placement, circumcision assistance, and intubation assistance.
• Provide care for neonatal patients requiring advanced life support.
• Maintain family-centered care and support for families.

Skills

RN

NICU experience

CPAP/ventilation care

family-centered care

Education

RN license

BLS

NRP

Tools

Meditech

GE bedside monitors

GE beds (Giraffe/Panda)

Natus Neoblue phototherapy

Neomed/Medfusion pumps

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Irving, 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 Irving, Texas. This role involves providing specialized care to neonatal patients requiring advanced life support and developmentally appropriate interventions. The position is scheduled for night shifts, with a focus on family-centered care, and requires a committed and skilled neonatal nurse.

Job Details:

• Location: Irving, Texas
• Shift: Night shifts, 7:00 PM 7:00 AM
• Schedule: 36 hours per week, 13-week assignment
• Required Qualifications: Active RN license (temp licenses will not be accepted), minimum of 2 years of hospital or specialty experience, experience caring for infants requiring CPAP or ventilation, proficiency with central line stabilization, experience with GE bedside monitors and GE beds (Giraffe and Panda warmers), Natus Neoblue phototherapy lights, and Neomed/Medfusion feeding/medication pumps. Documentation system experience in Meditech and CPNS preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Meditech EHR system is a plus.
• Certifications: BLS, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Procedures Performed: Line placement, circumcision assistance, intubation assistance
• Patient Experience: Family-centered care approach
• Dress Code: Royal Blue Medical City Healthcare scrubs, clean and healthy nails (no polish or artificial nails), neat hair pulled back when working in the lab, body art should be covered, no visible piercings other than earrings, no perfumes or lotions.
• Floating Policy: As needed, to neonatal nursery.
• Attendance Policies: Adherence to company-wide attendance policies.

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

Posted Date: 2026-08-21

Cross Country Job ID #1292151. 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