NICU Registered Nurse
Madison, WI
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,205/weekOverview
- Start Date09/28/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse in Madison, Wisconsin. This position involves providing specialized care for critically ill neonates and infants requiring advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services within a Level IV NICU. The role emphasizes family-centered care and requires experience with complex neonatal medical and surgical cases.
Job Details
- Position Description: Day/Night, 12-hour shifts from 7:00am to 7:30pm and 7:00pm to 7:30am. The schedule includes Monday through Friday with 2-3 weekends per six-week period.
- Required Qualifications: RN license, BLS, NRP, PALS certifications; minimum of 2 years of inpatient RN experience, including at least 1 full year in a Level IV NICU; experience with post-operative patients, G-tubes, trach/vents management, ventilation modes; experience with Epic charting system.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with high-frequency ventilation, nitric oxide, and ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP).
- Responsibilities: Provide critical care to neonates including those requiring surgery, ventilatory support, and complex medical management. Assist with procedures such as lumbar puncture, blood draws, and use of specialized equipment like ventilators and cooling therapy.
- Certifications: BLS, NRP required; PALS preferred.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, rotating schedule.
- Submission Requirements: Applicants must meet all required qualifications, and pass a telemetry exam with strict criteria, including two attempts for both adult and pediatric tests.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
Madison, WI
About
Madison is the capital of Wisconsin, located about an hour west of Milwaukee. Frequently listed as one of the best places to live in the United States, this city ranks high in economy, diversity and education. Madison is a young and vibrant Midwestern town and is the home of the University of Wisconsin Madison, a top-ranked public institution. Visitors can’t miss the iconic Wisconsin State Capitol Building, a beautiful historic building located on a strip of land between Lakes Mendota and Monona, or the Olbrich Botanical Gardens, open year-round and boasting over 16 gardens. To really get a feel for this lively city, take a stroll down State Street, with seven blocks of bustling restaurants, beach access and street art.
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