Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,700 to $2,900 per week in Oxnard, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care
Location: Oxnard, CA
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $2,700 to $2,900 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Registered Nurse - ICU

Location: Oxnard, CA

Start Date: 05-11-2026

End Date: 08-10-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: 12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM or 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, self-scheduling when possible, every other weekend, holidays per perm staff rotation

Hours per Week: 36

Roles & Responsibilities

• Deliver critical care to ICU and CCU patients including neuro surgery cases, open heart recoveries, and ventilator management
• Manage vasoactive drips, titrate medications like norepinephrine and propofol with precision
• Read tele strips independently and respond swiftly to patient needs
• Collaborate with hospitalists, RTs, and pharmacy for optimal outcomes
• Float to IMCU or Observation to support the team where needed most
• Mentor nurse aides and contribute as charge nurse when called upon

Education

• RN degree from an accredited nursing program

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in managing vents, balloon pumps, and impellas
• Proficiency with common ICU drips and hemodynamic monitoring
• Ability to handle ICP monitoring and post-craniotomy care
• Strong assessment skills for diverse patient diagnoses

Requirements

• Active RN license
• At least 3 years of ICU experience required, travel experience preferred
• Certifications in ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NIH Stroke Scale
• Comfortable with Cerner EMR a big plus
• Skills in neuro or cardiac ICU cases highly valued

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K retirement savings plan with matching
• Generous paid time off to recharge
• Licensure and certification reimbursement
• Travel assistance and housing support
• Referral bonus program for bringing along great colleagues
• A collaborative team environment that celebrates your expertise