Travel NICU Registered Nurse

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

• Specialty:
  NICU
  - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse in Bakersfield. This position involves delivering specialized nursing care for neonatal patients, ensuring safety and high-quality outcomes. The role includes supervising nursing staff, coordinating with healthcare team members, and providing patient and family education.

• Schedule:
  
  Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  
  Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred; current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice required;
  Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor required;
  Department-specific licenses including AHA-NRP or ARC-NALS required; S.T.A.B.L.E Certification required; experience in an acute care facility preferred; 0 years of experience minimum.
• Additional Information:
  The role involves collecting and analyzing patient data, developing and implementing care plans, evaluating patient progress, collaborating with the healthcare team, and participating in discharge planning. Candidates must have EPIC experience.
• Submission Requirements:
  Applicants are expected to possess the necessary certifications before beginning employment.

• 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 . 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

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus