Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,270 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position available in the Pacific Northwest region. This role involves providing critical care to adult patients, with responsibilities including managing complex patient conditions, utilizing advanced monitoring equipment, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The position requires flexibility to float between units as needed and is scheduled for night shifts.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid state license with a minimum of 2 years of experience in ICU or related critical care settings, certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRNS). Experience with acute kidney injury management, arterial line care, ventilator management, and complex patient monitoring required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, including Epic; prior critical care or trauma experience is advantageous.
• Additional Information: The role involves working in a short-term acute care facility with 36 beds and providing care for adult patients. Candidates must be comfortable floating between units and facilities in the region. Travel and accommodation arrangements will be managed accordingly, with the opportunity for additional incentives during floating to certain facilities. Candidates should be prepared to work at least three of the five major holidays and have reliable transportation.

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 #1307627. 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