ICU Registered Nurse
Corpus Christi, TX
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,895/weekOverview
- Start Date08/24/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position is located in the region's hospital with a focus on providing comprehensive critical care to patients in a high-acuity environment. This role involves delivering specialized nursing care to critically ill patients, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring adherence to unit protocols and patient safety standards.
Job Details:
- Shift Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications; 0 years of experience; location in Texas; available to start on 08/24/2026.
- Preferred Qualifications: Level 1 or 2 trauma experience; cardiovascular surgery experience.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: The unit has 24 beds with approximately 50 staff members, including RN, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and sitters. Equipment includes vents, Swan-Ganz catheters, Impella devices, and balloon pumps. The unit performs procedures such as intubation, central lines, bronchoscopy, external ventricular drains, intracranial pressure monitoring, Swan-Ganz pacers, and bolts. The team values excellent customer service skills. The dress code is scrub attire in royal blue. The unit operates with a schedule that includes every other weekend and potential on-call responsibilities, only for the scheduled shift.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Corpus Christi, TX
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Corpus Christi, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Corpus Christi is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 92°F, and winter lows are around 48°F.
- Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Corpus Christi, especially in the beach areas and downtown.
- Corpus Christi is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and trolleys, but they may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- Corpus Christi has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Corpus Christi offers a variety of activities including beach outings, seafood restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, water sports, and outdoor adventures like birdwatching and hiking.
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