Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,415 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A registered nurse specializing in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) care is needed in Joshua Tree, California. The role involves evaluating, planning, and delivering direct clinical care to critically ill patients on a shift basis. The nurse will supervise staff, ensure compliance with high-quality and safe nursing standards, and support operational resource management at the facility.

Job Details:

• Shift Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field, minimum of 0 years of clinical experience, location in California, and current CPR certification
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in ICU or critical care settings, additional certifications such as CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) preferred
• Additional Information: The ICU / CCU Registered Nurse will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct clinical care to assigned patients on a per shift basis, and unit level / The role is responsible for supervision of staff to which appropriate care is delegated / The role is accountable to support facility Chief Nursing Officer to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.

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 #1282457. 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