Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,695 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
The ICU (Intensive Care Unit) Registered Nurse position is based at a healthcare facility and requires providing specialized patient care in a critical environment. The role involves working directly with patients requiring intensive monitoring and treatment, following established protocols to support patient recovery and safety.

Job Details

• Required Qualifications: One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent ICU experience, graduate of an accredited nursing program, registered nurse license in the state where care is provided, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: The position starts on 12/07/2026 and ends on 03/06/2027. Submission of applications must include valid license and certifications, including ACLS, and demonstrate recent ICU experience. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field, two (2) years of recent ICU experience, NIH Stroke Scale certification, and CCRN credential.

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 #1326233. 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 / 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