Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse | ICU travel assignment in California. Start date November 2, 2026 for 13 weeks. Nights, 12-hour shifts totaling 36 hours per week. Weekly pay ranges from $2,159 to $2,260, with no guaranteed hours beyond the contract. This role places you in a hospital ICU setting, delivering high-acuity patient care and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. You’ll apply the nursing process, monitor patient status, and support staff to maintain safe, evidence-based care throughout the shift.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,159–$2,260 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (36 hours per week)
- Start date: November 2, 2026
- Assignment type: Travel - temporary ICU nursing assignment
- Location: California

Responsibilities
- Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process.
- Supervise and direct activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinate care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional judgment, and independent decision-making.
- Develop and implement plans of care for ICU patients, including ongoing assessment, monitoring of vital signs, and timely escalation of clinical changes.
- Administer medications and treatments safely, document care accurately, and communicate patient status effectively to the care team.
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, and ancillary services to ensure continuity of care and achievement of patient outcomes.

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license in California
- ICU nursing experience preferred
- Current BLS certification or ability to obtain
- Ability to work nights and 12-hour shifts in a high-acuity ICU setting
- Eligible to work in the United States and meet the assignment start date and duration

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated nurse recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Travel logistics assistance and onboarding support
- Access to travel and clinical support 24/7 during the assignment
- Opportunities for additional travel assignments across a nationwide network

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.