Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Seattle, Washington.
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) specialized registered nurses are needed for a night shift position at a healthcare facility in the region. This assignment involves caring for critically ill neonates and infants, with a focus on high-level NICU care for infants between 23 and 24 weeks gestation. The role requires flexibility to float between campuses and adherence to established clinical procedures associated with neonatal intensive care.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, from 10/19/2026 to 01/18/2027
- Required Qualifications: Valid state license with a compact license, at least 3 years of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience, minimum of 1 year of experience in Level III NICU or 2 years in Level IV NICU, current BLS (Basic Life Support) and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications, experience with blood and blood products administration, care of central and implanted lines, neonatal feeding tubes, neonatal medication calculations, and ventilator management including CPAP/BiPAP, high frequency vents, oscillators, and vents.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Epic Electronic Medical Record system and patient ratios familiarity.
- Additional Information:
- May be assigned as a "sitter" for all units; does not require patient care when assigned as a sitter.
- No ECMO experience required; other procedures such as cardioversion, cooling/warming blankets, and PICC/Central Lines are part of routine care.
- Candidates must be open to floating to different campuses within the organization, including Issaquah and Edmonds facilities, and float to Pediatric units when necessary.
- The assignment includes working three or more consecutive days if preferred, with a requirement to work three of the five holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, New Years Day).
- The candidate must have at least 1 year of relevant experience and be eligible for a valid state license with a compact endorsement.
- The assignment duration runs from October 19, 2026, through January 18, 2027.
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 #1318351. 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