Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Park Ridge, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse at a teaching hospital located in a major urban area. This position involves providing specialized nursing care for premature infants and unstable newborns requiring intensive medical attention. The role offers an opportunity to work in a Level I Trauma facility with a diverse patient population and advanced neonatal support technology.
Job Details:
Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); minimum of 1.5 years of neonatal nursing experience; valid license to practice in the state of the facility; no experience requirement for first-time travelers is accepted.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with SERVO and High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilators (HFOV), chest tubes, traches, inhaled nitric oxide (iNO), umbilical and arterial lines, and enteral feeding devices.
Additional Information: Orientation includes one shift on the unit to coordinate with another RN. Candidates will rotate through a weekend every third week. No on-call requirements; holiday time off approval needed through the manager. Scrubs are provided for infection prevention, and free parking is available.
Travel Flexibility: May float to pediatric inpatient units or NICUs within the system, with floating to other units being optional based on candidate preferences and operational needs.
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 #1320751. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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
Park Ridge, IL
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