Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Naperville, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/28/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) registered nurses are needed at a facility in Naperville, Illinois. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of core NICU experience, with preference for Level 3 or Level 4 certification, and be capable of caring for critically ill infants, including ventilation and respiratory support such as CPAP. This assignment is scheduled for nights, from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.
Job Details:
- Location: Naperville, Illinois
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, minimum 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: IL State Licensure, CPR, NRP certifications; minimum 2+ years of NICU experience, Level 3 or 4 preferred; ability to care for critical infants, including ventilation and CPAP; additional certifications such as RNC are preferred
- Preferred Qualifications: RNC certification
- Additional Information: The environment is very fast-paced, with approximately 5 admissions per day. Assignments may change during the shift. Orientation consists of 8 hours of billable time plus 4 hours of non-billable time. The candidate may float to related units such as mother-baby and pediatric units, and potentially to Elmhurst for special care nursery. Lunch breaks of 30 minutes are required.
- Start Date: 06/28/2026
- Experience Requirement: Minimum 0 years (experience required: 2+ years NICU experience)
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 #1271095. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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
