Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/25/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) in Rochester, New York. This position involves providing specialized care in a Level 2 NICU, focusing on womens health services rather than critical care. The RN will work a rotating shift schedule of four 12-hour days and nights, with potential floating to postpartum units for baby care.
Job Details:
- Shift Schedule: 4x12 hours, day/night rotation, minimum of 48 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: NY state license in hand; minimum of 1 year of NICU experience; EPIC charting system experience; must be more than 75 miles from the facility (local candidates are not accepted); experience with baby catch in OR for C-section cases; ability to bill for up to 5 hours on modules, with a maximum of 10 hours total; modules completed pre-start, recorded via facility report; background policy reviewed on a case-by-case basis; return staff policy of 1 year.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a Level 2 NICU setting, capable of float to postpartum units, and familiarity with neonatal special procedures and equipment.
- Additional Information: The assignment begins on 08/25/2026 for an initial 13-week contract, with potential extension. Candidates will need to adhere to the specified policies regarding time in system and RTO limitations.
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 #1292371. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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