Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Templeton, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse in a healthcare facility located in Templeton. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of neonatal patients within a dynamic, patient-focused environment. The position supports the organizations commitment to providing high-quality neonatal care and fosters collaboration among the healthcare team. This position is represented by a union.
Job Details:
Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 10/12/2026 and ending on 01/10/2027.
Required Qualifications: Graduate of a school of nursing; Current RN license in the state of practice; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from an approved vendor; Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification from an approved vendor within 6 months of hire or transfer; AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring course required on hire and every two years for experienced nurses.
Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
Additional Information: Actively participates in hospital committees, demonstrates professionalism, maintains current licenses and certifications, adheres to all regulatory and hospital policies, and practices safety and infection control standards. The candidate must have at least two years of neonatal or related experience and EPIC electronic medical records experience. The position is within a hospital that utilizes a Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) model. No on-call responsibilities are required.
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 #1316745. 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
Templeton, CA
Skills
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