Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Mcallen, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 6 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse position in McAllen, Texas. This role involves providing specialized care for neonatal patients in a 19-bed unit. The ideal candidate will have the ability to admit new patients, work with various ventilators, and collaborate effectively within a team during night shifts.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts with 12-hour shift durations and a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid BLS (Basic Life Support) and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications, both to be obtained within 6 months of hire. Candidates must be able to admit new patients to the unit and have experience with different types of ventilators.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with infection prevention procedures, and familiarity with various ventilator types.
- Float: Float rotation may be required in Pediatrics and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
- Additional Information: The position requires a team-oriented individual willing to work and demonstrate a positive personality. Uniform code is royal blue scrubs, with a background in infection prevention and neonatal care procedures such as peripheral intravenous line placement and central line maintenance. The unit operates with a staff of 25 employees, including charge nurses and registered nurses, providing critical care to neonatal patients.
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 #1299228. 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