Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Oakland, California.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/08/2026 Duration: 14 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Oakland, California. This position provides specialized care to neonates, infants, and pediatric patients in a Level III/IV neonatal intensive care setting, including postoperative surgical care and mixed-acuity assignments. The schedule consists of variable 12-hour night shifts with weekend coverage and may include rotation to pediatric intensive care and pediatric acute care units.

Job Details Schedule: Variable 12-hour night shifts, generally on weekdays and every other weekend, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: Current California Registered Nurse license Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification At least 2 years of Level III and Level IV neonatal intensive care experience Pediatric intensive care experience Teaching hospital experience Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric experience.

Float: Float rotation may be required.

Additional Information: Care is provided to neonates, infants, and pediatric patients. Assignments may include postoperative surgical care and mixed-acuity neonatal intensive care. Patient assignments may have a 2:1 ratio on day, night, and weekend shifts. The unit operates as an open-bay setting. Clinical responsibilities may include ventilator management, central and arterial line care, administration of blood products and medications, respiratory support, enteral feedings, developmental care, phototherapy, seizure management, thermoregulation, and family education. Float assignments may include pediatric intensive care and pediatric acute 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 Cross Country Job ID 1350758. 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 About 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.

Benefits 401k retirement plan Referral bonus