- Specialty
- NICU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 11/16/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse in the area. This position involves providing specialized care to high-risk neonatal patients, including premature infants as young as 22 weeks gestation, with diagnoses such as Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS), Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), and neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). The role includes supporting patients requiring respiratory support, ventilator management, and other critical neonatal procedures.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: BLS, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Washington State license; 2 years of experience in Level III-IV NICU. Skills required include respiratory support for ventilators, tracheostomy care (highly preferred but not required), G-tubes, NG/OG tube management, NCPAP, UAC/UVC management, PICC line care, medication administration, and care planning.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, available during days or nights (0700-1930 or 1900-0730).
- Additional Information: The NICU is part of a 152-bed pediatric hospital attached to an adult hospital, featuring private rooms and a level IV NICU, the second highest in the state. The unit supports a diverse patient population, including surgical and high-risk deliveries. The floor may require floating to Medical-Surgical or Pediatric Intensive Care Units.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with surgical patients, HIE, and a positive, friendly attitude.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates should demonstrate a minimum of 2 years of neonatal intensive care experience and possess current certifications and license as specified.
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 #1334400. 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