Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Oakland, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,120/week
Posted 3 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse (NICU) for a healthcare facility located in a NICU setting. This role involves providing specialized nursing care to neonatal patients in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The position requires delivering high-quality patient care across assigned shifts, adhering to clinical standards and organizational policies.

Job Details:

  • Schedule: Night shift with 12 hours per day, minimum of 36 hours per week.
  • Required Qualifications:
    • 1-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
    • Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
    • Valid Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided).
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
    • Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (ANRP) certification.
    • Level III Neonatal Intensive Care experience.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field.
    • Seven (7) years of recent experience in Level III Neonatal Intensive Care (within last ten (10) years).
  • Additional Information:
    • Enabling skills-based hiring process.
    • Must have current license and certifications as listed above.
    • The position is available from 11/02/2026 to 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 #1322560. 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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