Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse - Bakersfield, CA This role involves providing specialized nursing care for neonatal patients in a fast-growing healthcare facility. The NICU Nurse will oversee patient care, supervise nursing staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for fragile infants.
Job Details
Position Description: Delivers coordinated nursing care for neonatal patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs activities of nursing staff, coordinating care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment.
Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN), Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor, Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (AHA-NRP or ARC-NALS), STABLE Certification (STABLE), 1 year of experience in an acute care facility.
Schedule: Rotating shift, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
Additional Information: Must have EPIC experience; holiday RTO will not be approved.
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 #1320426. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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
Bakersfield, CA
Skills
Acute Careunmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
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Patient Careunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Registered Training Organisation (RTO)unmatched
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