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Job Description & Requirements
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Eureka, California.
Specialty
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Discipline
RN
Start Date
10/19/2026
Duration
13 weeks
Hours
36 hours per week
Shift
12 hours, nights
Employment Type
Travel
Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse position available in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing specialized care to neonates, including high-risk deliveries, ventilator management, and handling infants from 29 to 34 weeks gestation. The position requires a commitment to a night shift schedule and an active license in the state.
Job Details
Schedule: Night shift. 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications
Valid state license (compact license accepted), at least 2 years of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience, Neonatal & Infant care skills including High Flow, CPAP, UAC (Umbilical Artery Catheter), and UVC (Umbilical Vein Catheter), Certifications in BLS, NRP, and STABLE, and at least 1 year of recent NICU experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Charge Nurse responsibilities, charting system experience with Epic, previous community hospital or Level II NICU experience, and neonate management skills for infants greater than 29 weeks gestation.
Additional Information
This role includes interdisciplinary support from departments such as Respiratory Services, Radiology, and Social Services. The unit handles approximately four neonates daily and requires managing specialized procedures like CPAP and UAC/UVC lines. Candidates should be flexible to float between nearby sister facilities if needed.
Benefits
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 # . 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.
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
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Worksite address
eureka, CA, 95502, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.