Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Tyler, TX
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,475/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Medical specialty position is located in Tyler, Texas. This role involves providing specialized care in a Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Unit setting. The position requires working a 12-hour day shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on September 8, 2026. The role is designed for qualified health care professionals experienced in ICU environments who are committed to delivering high-quality patient care.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days, 12-hour shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS (required)
- Years of Experience: 2 years of ICU experience preferred; minimum of 0 years required
- Required Qualifications: Valid state-issued license, clinical experience in ICU, certifications as listed, charting experience with Epic, and at least 2 years of relevant ICU experience preferred
- Preferred Qualifications: Travel experience, extensive ICU-related skills including arterial line management, sedation, Ventilator management, and diverse procedure experience
- Patient Ratios: 2 patients during days, nights, and weekends shifts
- Additional Unit Details: Serving adult and geriatric patient populations, daily census of 14, with 12 rooms and 16 beds; interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, rapid response teams, and pharmacy
- Special Procedures/Unit Details: ICU-specific procedures including CRRT, ECMO, EVD, neuro, trauma, and post-surgical care. Proficiency in managing complex critical care interventions is desired.
- Travel Experience Required: Yes
- Additional Information: Onboarding requires completion of core items/labs within 48 hours of contract signing; modules are completed onsite during orientation.
- Location: 1000 S Beckham Ave, Tyler, TX 75701
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 Tyler, TX
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
- Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.
- Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
- Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.
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