Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Lee's Summit, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse in a healthcare facility This position involves providing specialized care to neonatal patients in a busy NICU environment. The role requires attending high-risk deliveries, managing neonatal emergencies, and supporting newborns and their families through critical stabilization and treatment.
Job Details
- Position Description: RN/NICU with an average daily census of 6.9 across 18 rooms and 20 beds. Responsibilities include attending high-risk deliveries, managing NICU patients across levels II and III, and handling various neonatal procedures.
- Required Qualifications: RN license, BLS (Basic Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), minimum 2 years of NICU experience, siting specific skills such as high-risk delivery attendance and neonatal procedures, and must meet education and location requirements.
- Schedule: Night shifts; 12 hours each; minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: The role involves on-call duties, with two 12-hour shifts every six weeks, and requires floating within scope to attend deliveries and support nursery units as needed.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must complete required compliance documentation, labs within 48-72 hours of signing, and all pre-start modules by the specified deadlines. Epic training modules are also required prior to start date.
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 #1327427. 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