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: 09/01/2026
Duration: 8 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) Rochester, NY. This position involves providing specialized care for neonates in a Level 2 NICU environment. The role requires a NY license prior to submission and involves working night shifts, with the possibility of floating to postpartum units for baby care. The assignment is scheduled to start on September 1, 2026, for a duration of 13 weeks with potential for extension.
Job Details
Location: Rochester, NY
Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: NY license in hand, minimum of 2 years of neonatal intensive care or related experience, experience with EPIC charting system, certification in BLS and NRPs, ability to manage neonatal procedures including respiratory support, intravenous medications, and baby catch in OR for C-section cases
Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in Level 2 NICU units, familiarity with high-risk deliveries and neonatal stabilization procedures
Float: Float rotation may be required to postpartum units for baby care as needed
Additional Information: Candidates must be able to work nights, have no more than 10 days of RTO, and be outside a 75-mile radius of the facility. Candidates will be expected to complete billable modules prior to start, up to 5 hours of module time, with additional mandatory orientation hours of 24. Experience with EPIC is essential, and any foreign education verification should be communicated at the time of submittal.
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 #1292374. 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
Rochester, NY
Skills
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