NICU Registered Nurse
Fort Wayne, IN
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,445/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) This position is located in an acute care setting within a healthcare organization. The role involves providing specialized patient care in a 31-bed NICU, with a focus on neonatal patients requiring intensive monitoring and treatment. The assignment begins on 11/02/2026 and concludes on 02/01/2027.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Current Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS (American Heart Association), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and a minimum of 2 years of Level III NICU experience.
- Schedule: Days or Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, 36 hours per week.
- Additional Notes: The position may require floating to Pediatric or Pediatric Intensive Care Units as needed. Orientation will occur Monday to Friday during the first week and Monday to Tuesday during the second week, with mandatory attendance for all seven days.
- Unit Notes: Local rate applies to clinicians with permanent addresses within 50 miles. Up to 24 hours' cancellation or call-off policy, with non-billable orientation hours totaling 8 hours.
- Charting System: EPIC.
- Licensure: Candidate must be willing to wait for license submission.
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 Fort Wayne, IN
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Fort Wayne, IN here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 84°F and lows of 63°F.
- Average winter highs of 32°F and lows of 18°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with a well-maintained road system.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Fort Wayne has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, sports events including minor league baseball and hockey, and numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the rivers.
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