Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Phoenix, AZ
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,375/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse position available in a healthcare facility. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting nursing care for neonatal patients. The NICU nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based care tailored to the physical and developmental needs of neonates.
Job Details
- Qualifications: Must possess a current, valid RN license in the state of practice, BLS certification is required. Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training, and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, on days.
- Additional Information: The position involves providing direct patient care, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team, and documenting assessments, interventions, and patient responses. The role may include supervision of staff and work flow within the department. Candidates should be prepared to work weekend requirements and an assigned holiday; religious exemptions for COVID-19 vaccination are not permitted at this organization.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must demonstrate the ability to meet physical demands and environmental requirements typical to direct patient care in neonatal intensive care.
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.
About Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Phoenix is slightly lower than the national average, with affordable housing and reasonable grocery and transportation costs.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
- Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Phoenix, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Many furnished housing options cater to the seasonal influx of visitors and snowbirds.
- Phoenix is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the sprawling metro area.
- Phoenix has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and occasional heat-related illnesses.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Phoenix due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Phoenix offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, from Southwestern cuisine to international flavors.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy world-class golf, major league spring training games, and outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby mountain reserves.
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