Job Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) position in Asheville, North Carolina. This role involves providing specialized care to infants in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) within a comprehensive acute care hospital. The position offers an opportunity to work in a renowned facility with a dedicated pediatric unit, supporting staff in delivering high-quality neonatal care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shift hours, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Active RN license, a minimum of 2 years of NICU experience at Level III or higher, and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.
• Preferred Qualifications: NICU experience of 2 or more years and candidate with NICU-RN certification are highly preferred.
• Additional Information: This role requires candidates to be detail-oriented and organized. The NICU unit features advanced equipment, including electronic medical records via Cerner. Staff must be adaptable to floating areas such as Peds, PICU, and Mother Baby for babies only. The shift involves working every other weekend and potential on-call duties.
• Address: 509 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
• Start Date: 09/07/2026

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 #1288554. 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

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