Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/07/2026
- Duration: 19 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse in Tacoma, Washington. This role involves providing specialized neonatal care for critically ill newborns in a high-acuity environment. The position requires a dedicated professional to support a comprehensive team delivering exceptional patient care.
Job Details:
- Position: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid Washington state nursing license, BLS (Basic Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program); 5 years of experience in Pediatric Emergency Department (ED) or Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) with at least 1 year each, plus a minimum of 3 years neonatal/pediatric transport experience within the last 5 years.
- Preferred Qualifications: Certifications in TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) and STABLE are preferred.
- Patient Types and Diagnoses: Neonatal and pediatric patients with conditions such as hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, perinatalHI, asthma, respiratory illnesses, sepsis, diabetic ketoacidosis, metabolic disorders, trauma (accidental and non-accidental), ingestions, congenital heart defects, cancer, necrotizing enterocolitis, among others.
- Technology/Equipment: Phillips monitor, Hamilton ventilator, Braun and Baxter IV pumps, Tecotherm, Zoll defibrillator, TXP, Cross Vent, Zoll emsCHARTS, EPIC electronic medical records system, Stryker gurney, transport isolette, ambulance and aircraft equipment. A safety day training will be part of orientation.
- Additional Information: The team consists of 1 Registered Nurse, 1 Respiratory Therapist, and an EMT driver partnered with NW ambulance for ground transport and Airlift Northwest for air transport, including fixed and rotor wing. When not transporting, may assist in various units where needed. The program serves a region including eastern Washington.
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 #1297245. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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