Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,480 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Schenectady, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse in an adult critical care setting. This position involves providing specialized care to critically ill patients, including those in shock requiring hemodynamic monitoring, vascular thoracic and cardiac surgery patients, and patients with acute respiratory issues needing mechanical ventilation. The ICU features a cardiac care area with emergency-ready rooms, a state-of-the-art facility designed to ensure comprehensive adult critical care.

Job Details

• Position: ICU Nurse
• Location: The healthcare provider
• Shift Details: Day shift from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, at least 1 year of nursing experience, and knowledge in adult critical care settings
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in cardiac ICU or critical care units, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, Electronic Fetal Heart Monitoring (EFM) proficiency
• Responsibilities: Providing high-quality, patient-centered care to adult critically ill patients, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must submit current nursing license and certifications for consideration

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 #1330810. 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