Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,135 per week

Cross Country Nurses

Rockford, IL
1 day ago

$2,135 Per Week

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Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 08/24/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position is available in a mid to large hospital setting in Illinois. The role involves providing specialized nursing care to neonatal patients, with a focus on supporting critically ill infants. The position offers a daytime shift with every other weekend commitment, suited for experienced healthcare professionals seeking to contribute to neonatal patient care.

Job Details:

Location: ROCKFORD, Illinois
Schedule: Day shift, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, minimum of 1 year of experience in Neonatal Intensive Care Units, neonatal certification or experience, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in a mid to large hospital NICU setting
Float: Float rotation may be required
Additional Information: No local candidates within a 50-mile radius are being considered

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 #1298941. 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

Numbers & Facts

Location

Rockford, IL

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