Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Oakland, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,968/week
Posted 2 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date01/26/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care344 beds
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with a current CA license and recent critical care experience for a 13-week assignment.

Responsibilities

  • Work in the Intensive Care Unit within a hospital setting
  • Day shift position from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, 12-hour shifts
  • Contract assignment length is 13 weeks
  • Patients require advanced monitoring, with potential exposure to dialysis or SLED procedures
  • Uses Epic EMR for charting
  • Role involves providing high acuity care to critically ill patients
  • Candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary ICU team
  • Compliance with hospital dress code required
  • Local and travel rates are the same and local candidates are accepted
  • Assignments cannot exceed two years without a 90-day break per HR policy
  • COVID and flu vaccination may be required depending on current regulations

Requirements

  • Active CA RN license at the time of consideration
  • Minimum 1 year of recent (within the last 3 years) full-time ICU experience
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
  • Last 4 digits of SSN and date of birth must be provided
  • Epic EMR experience preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing and CCRN certification preferred
  • Two years of recent ICU experience preferred
  • NIH Stroke Scale certification and dialysis/SLED experience preferred

Benefits

  • High Pay and Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Weekly Payroll Deposit
  • Free Online CEUs
  • Generous Housing Allowance
  • Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
  • Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
  • Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-657144. 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: Travel RN - ICU

Facility

Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center

4.0rating(55 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center

5.0rating

Pros

Busy Work place, team member make the best of it to get the demand done

Cons

Shift rotación, weekend

Manuel A
Manuel A
Sterile Processing Technician (Allied Health Professional)
Contract Position Aug '24 - Jul '25
Review of Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center on Oct 4, 2025
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 344 beds
ADDRESS3600 BroadwayOakland, CA 94611
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Employer

American Traveler

4.9rating(84 reviews)

49 nurses recommend working with American Traveler

5.0rating

Pros

Sebrona was diligent in getting me an assignment. Always checking in and keeping me updated. This will be my first travel assignment, but so far so good.

Cons

Have no complaints so far.

Recommends working with American Traveler

Anonymous
Anonymous
Labor and Delivery (RN)
Review of Sebrona Rhodes on Jan 8, 2026
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About
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career. 
Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$892–3,931/week
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About Oakland, CA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Oakland is higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
  • However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
Transportation
  • Oakland is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), and ferries are also available for getting around.
Demographics
  • Oakland is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
  • Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Oakland offers a variety of activities including fine dining, waterfront excursions, walks and cruises around Lake Merritt, museums, art galleries, shops, performing arts venues, and musical performances at historic theaters.
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