Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,100 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The ICU Registered Nurse (RN) position in Philadelphia, PA, involves providing specialized care within the Intermediate Care Unit that is part of the Float Pool. The role requires managing patient populations including medical/surgical, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) patients. The RN will assess, implement, and evaluate patient care under the supervision of licensed physicians, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes. The position emphasizes adherence to current nursing principles, clinical protocols, and patient-centered care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Day shifts with 12 hours per shift; minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited nursing school; 1 year of clinical experience in the ICU or relevant specialty; PA or MSL CompactRegistered Nurse License.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; additional certifications as indicated by the order.
• Additional Information: The role involves caring for patients with complex withdrawal syndromes, hypertensive conditions, DKA, and other critical diagnoses with specific exclusion criteria such as active seizures, ventilator needs, and arterial lines. The RN will float between designated units except for IMCU-only nurses, with patient ratios never exceeding 3:1 on any unit. The start date for this position is 09/14/2026.

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 #1298894. 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