Critical Care Float ICU RN
Mission Viejo, CA
American Consultants
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, ICU Float Pool – Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Start Date: December 1, 2026

Location: Mission Viejo, California

Schedule: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:30), 91-day assignment. Patient ratio 1:2. Weekend coverage required at minimum every other weekend, with additional weekends likely needed to meet unit needs. Must be available to work 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day).

Highlights:

• Float Pool position providing critical care across multiple ICU units within a 488-bed acute care hospital
• Opportunity to expand clinical skills across diverse intensive care environments including Neuro ICU and Surgical ICU
• Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
• First-time travelers welcome with at least 1 year of ICU experience
• Free parking and 24-40 hours of orientation provided
• Potential to float to sister facilities in the region to support patient care needs

Requirements:

• Active California RN license or Compact license (must be in hand at time of submission)
• Minimum 1 year of ICU nursing experience required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS/BCLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Experience with 1:2 patient ratios in intensive care settings
• Epic charting system experience required
• Trauma Level I or II experience preferred
• Flexibility to float within scope to like ICU units and lower acuity units (including telemetry) up to 100% of shifts
• Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
• Clean background check required

Why Join Us?

This travel nursing opportunity offers the chance to work in a well-equipped acute care facility with comprehensive support services and advanced technology. As a float pool ICU nurse, you'll gain valuable experience across multiple critical care environments while enjoying competitive compensation and the flexibility of travel nursing. Time-off requests must be submitted at the time of application (up to 7 days), and guaranteed hours are provided with minimal call-off provisions. Join a team committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative, resource-rich environment.