Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,295 per week
Cross Country Nurses — Fort Wayne, IN
$2,295/wk
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- NICU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 11/02/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/02/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Specialist - Location: Not specified. This role involves providing high-quality patient care in a specialized neonatal intensive care setting. The position requires a minimum of two years of Level III NICU experience and current licensure, supporting the organizations commitment to maternal and neonatal health.
Job Details
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Position Description:
Provides patient care in a 31-bed NICU with a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:1 or 1:2, utilizing EPIC computer charting and Pyxis medication administration. The role includes caring for neonatal patients, with potential rotation to Pediatric or Pediatric Intensive Care units as needed. -
Required Qualifications:
Current Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS (AHA), NRP, and at least 2 years of Level III NICU experience. Schedule includes days or nights shifts, 36 hours per week, with a 12-hour shift length. Orientation is scheduled Monday through Friday during the first two weeks, requiring full attendance. -
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in a high-acuity neonatal setting, familiarity with EPIC charting, and ability to float to related pediatric units. -
Additional Information:
Orientation will be held during the first two weeks, with mandatory attendance for all scheduled days. The assignment is based on acute care needs, with up to 24 hours notice for cancellation across the 13-week term. The candidate must be willing to wait for license processing if necessary, and the shift operates from 7 am to 7 pm.
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 #1334865. 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