Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) registered nurse position is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role involves providing specialized care in a Level 3 and Level 4 neonatal environment within a busy, high-acuity unit. The position is suitable for experienced RNs who are comfortable working in a fast-paced setting and managing complex patient conditions.
Job Details:
- Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: RN license, BLS (Basic Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program); 2 years of NICU experience preferred, though candidates with less may be considered with manager approval; location outside the facility should be at least 50 miles from the facility; ability to work in high acuity, fast-paced environment
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with EPIC electronic medical records system, EVDs (External Ventricular Drain), Camino ICP monitoring device, management of critical care vasoactive drips, invasive lines, ART lines, CVP, sterile techniques, ventilator management, trach management, bedside procedures, CRRT, and ECMO experience preferred but flexible
- Support within the Department: Unit Secretary on every shift, Charge nurse, 24/7 IV/VAT/PCVC team, resource nurse, in-house intensivists, residents, APPs, telemetry monitoring, unit-based educators (AM and PM), and clinical supervisors
- Technology/Equipment: EPIC EMR, Alaris and Medfusion syringe pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, Phillips monitors, PIV ultrasound, Tecotherm, MOMs system, neonatal PCUGen Peds float to related units as needed
- Orientation: Two days of departmental orientation, with hospital and unit-specific training
- Scheduling: Rotate weekends, working two Fridays and two Mondays, plus every other weekend, within a 6-week cycle; no call required, with potential floating to similar units if NICU utilization is limited
- Holiday Requirements: Scheduled to work during holidays, including the holiday and the days before and after, on a rotating basis
- RTO: Manager approval required for significant time off; flexibility preferred to ensure coverage
- Dress Code: Solid navy or white scrubs, long sleeve shirt if needed, Pediatric-friendly scrub tops, no tight scrubs or organizational branding
- Practice Guidelines: Bare Below Elbow policy in nurseriesno watches, jewelry, or artificial nails
- Parking: Free parking available
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 #1295195. 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