Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse
Oakland, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,115/week

Posted 3 days ago

Overview

Start Date11/02/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

12% higher than average Registered Nurse / Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse pay in California

Estimated total pay

$3,115/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse in a healthcare facility. This position involves providing specialized care to neonatal patients in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care setting. The role offers an opportunity to work nights, with a focus on supporting critically ill newborns through advanced clinical skills and compassionate patient care.

Job Details:

Shift: Nights, 12 hours per day
Schedule: 36 hours per week minimum
Required Qualifications:
- Current licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state where care is provided
- One year of recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent NICU experience
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certification in Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Level III Neonatal Intensive Care experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in nursing or a related field
- Seven years of recent experience in Level III NICU (within the last ten years)
Additional Information:
- Need to participate in the facilitys skills-based hiring assessment
- Position start date is 11/02/2026, with a scheduled end date of 01/30/2027

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 #1322558. 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

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About

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.

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About Oakland, CA

As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Oakland is higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.

Transportation

Oakland is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), and ferries are also available for getting around.

Demographics

Oakland is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Oakland offers a variety of activities including fine dining, waterfront excursions, walks and cruises around Lake Merritt, museums, art galleries, shops, performing arts venues, and musical performances at historic theaters.

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