Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,280 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

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) Registered Nurse (RN) position located in the southern region offers a vital role in providing specialized care to neonatal patients. The role involves attending high-risk deliveries and Cesarean sections, with a focus on neonatal patient health in a Level II NICU setting. The position emphasizes clinical expertise, compassion, and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Job Details:

• Location: Facility in the southwestern region, offering a welcoming community with local attractions and outdoor recreational opportunities.
• Schedule: Night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification, any experience level acceptable, location in the state of New Mexico, and the ability to work a night shift.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) setting, familiarity with high-risk deliveries and Cesarean sections.
• Additional Information: Travel assignment. Candidates must have the required certifications prior to start date. Attending all high-risk deliveries and cesarean sections is essential. The unit specifically serves neonatal patients, and personnel are expected to comply with all state-specific licensing and background check requirements.

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 #1304907. 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

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus