Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,660 per week
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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: 06/29/2026
* Duration: 13 weeks
* 36 hours per week
* Shift: 12 hours, nights
* Employment Type: TravelJob Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) registered nurses are needed at a healthcare facility located in Tacoma, Washington. The position involves providing specialized care in a Level II childrens hospital with a Level IV NICU, supporting high-risk neonatal patients. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day and must meet the experience and certification criteria as specified.
Job Details:
* Location: Tacoma, Washington
* Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
* Required Qualifications: Valid Washington State license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a Level III-IV NICU.
* Preferred Qualifications: Experience with respiratory support for vents, trachs (highly preferred but not required), g-tubes, NG/OG tubes, NCPAP, UAC/UVC management, PICC lines, medication administration, and care plans.
* Additional Information:
* Shift times are from 0700 to 1930 or 1900 to 0730.
* Candidates should possess a friendly attitude and good demeanor.
* Floating to Emergency Room to act as a sitter may be required rarely.
* Every other weekend rotation, with possible back-to-back weekends.
* Block scheduling is possible but not guaranteed.
* EMR systems used include EPIC, CERNER, and MEDITECH.
* The facility supports a NICU with private rooms, overflow of Level II nursery for feeders and growers, and high-risk labor and delivery services.
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 #1267633. 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 UnitAbout Cross Country NursesYou 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