Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Los Angeles, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,595/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) specialty position is located in a healthcare facility that manages high-acuity neonatal patients. This role involves providing specialized care for premature and surgical neonates, including those with sepsis, gastroschisis, and those requiring ventilatory support like nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) and oscillators. The position requires a minimum of three years of NICU experience with familiarity in managing titratable drips such as dopamine, dobutamine, versed, and fentanyl, in a Level III NICU setting.
Job Details:
- Required Qualifications: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience of at least 3 years, with proficiency in managing with drips including dopamine, dobutamine, versed, and fentanyl. Must have BLS, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications. Valid licensure to submit.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts starting between 7:00 and 7:30 AM, with the ability to self-schedule based on seniority. The position requires working every other weekend, including Saturday and Sunday, and involves holiday shifts.
- Additional Information: The unit has 26 beds with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2 or 1:1, and includes in-house Neonatologists and Respiratory Therapists available 24/7. Equipment includes oscillators, nasal CPAP, rare ventilators, giraffe bassinet incubators, and radiant warmers. The unit also features electronic fetal heart monitoring, monitors with telemetry, and uses Cerner charting system. Staff are expected to float to sister units in nursery and pediatrics as needed.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must be licensed, with a minimum of 3 years of NICU experience and current certifications in BLS, NRP, and PALS.
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.
Los Angeles, CA
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