Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $3,130 per week

Cross Country Nurses — Modesto, CA

$3,130/wk

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Specialty
NICU
Type
Travel
Shift
Nights
Hours
36/week
Duration
13 weeks
Start
10/06/2026

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/06/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse in en_US This position involves providing specialized care to neonatal patients within a healthcare facility. The NICU nurse will be responsible for delivering high-quality, family-centered care to critically ill newborns in a fast-paced environment, ensuring safety and adherence to clinical protocols.

Job Details

  • Position Description: Responsible for caring for neonatal patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, maintaining a safe, sterile, and supportive environment while implementing nursing care plans.
  • Required Qualifications: 1-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience; Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided); Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); Level III Neonatal Intensive Care experience.
  • Schedule: Nights shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
  • Additional Information: Experience in Level III Neonatal Intensive Care within the last ten years is preferred. ACLS certification is also required.
  • Certification Requirements: Must have a valid Registered Nurse License in the state where care will be provided, BLS certification, and NRP certification.
  • Submission Requirements: Candidates must meet all listed qualifications and hold current certifications prior to start date.

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 #1307337. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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

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$3,130/wk

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