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Travel NICU Registered Nurse - $2,620 per week

Cross Country Nurses · Albuquerque, NM · 1 wk ago
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Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care | Discipline: RN

About the role

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse in Albuquerque, NM. This role involves providing specialized care for neonates in a busy NICU environment. The selected candidate will work nights and be responsible for implementing advanced neonatal nursing skills to support high-risk newborns.

Schedule

  • Night shifts, 12 hours per shift
  • Minimum of 48 hours per week
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: 08/17/2026

Responsibilities

  • Manage patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:4
  • Support high-acuity neonatal patients
  • Float rotation as needed within similar units within scope
  • Work within interdisciplinary teams including respiratory services, social services, pharmacy, and interpretation services
  • Start labs within 48 business hours after contract signing

Requirements

  • 0+ years of experience in neonatal or pediatric nursing
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
  • Current licensure
  • Physical ability to perform duties

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous travel nursing experience
  • Familiarity with Epic charting systems

Orientation

24 hours of orientation provided.

Benefits

  • 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

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.

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