Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,905 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in San Jose, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The ICU (Intensive Care Unit) registered nurse position is located in San Jose, California. This role involves providing high-quality critical care to patients in a dynamic healthcare environment. The position requires expertise in ICU nursing to support patient recovery and safety in a fast-paced setting.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift hours, 12 hours per day, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid registered nurse license in the state of California, recent (within the last 3 years) full-time experience in a critical care setting, graduation from an accredited nursing program, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in nursing or related field; two (2) years of recent ICU nursing experience; NIH Stroke Scale Certification; CCRN certification; experience with dialysis, SLED, or equivalent procedures
• Additional Information: Candidates must possess current licenses and certifications as specified. Experience with ICU protocols and critical care procedures is essential for success in this role.

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 #1279037. 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 / 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