Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,415 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
This healthcare organization in Oakland, California is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for a night shift position. The role involves providing high-quality care to adult patients with complex medical conditions, including sepsis, respiratory failure, stroke, and other acute and chronic illnesses. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment with a focus on patient-centered care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights, 12 hours shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid California RN license, current BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certifications, at least 3 years of RN ICU experience, and 6 months of travel experience
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in community hospital settings, LTAC (Long Term Acute Care) experience, trauma level I or II experience
• Float: Floating may be required to other units within the scope of practice; all travelers should be flexible with floating to different campuses or units, with notice of approximately 1.5 hours prior to shift start. Transportation via shuttle may be provided if floating is requested
• On-Call and Weekend Coverage: On-call as needed, with weekend coverage required. No specific patient ratios provided
• Patient Population: Adults, with a daily census of approximately 16-20 patients
• Additional Responsibilities: Managing arterial lines, chest tube procedures, blood product administration, ventilator management, cardiac monitoring, invasive lines, and various other critical care procedures
• Certifications and Experience Verification: Certifications must be current and uploaded with valid expiration dates. Candidates are required to have at least 2 years of relevant experience with supporting documentation to seek approval from facility HR
• Compliance and Onboarding: Labs to be completed within 3-5 days of contract signing, with all documentation due 10 days prior to start date. Re-orientation is required only if the traveler has been separated for more than 6 months since last shift at the facility

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 #1284933. 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