ICU Registered Nurse
Iowa City, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,475/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse position located in Iowa City, Iowa. This role involves providing specialized inpatient care on a night shift schedule, with a focus on critical patient management and support. The position is ideal for experienced nurses with a background in ICU settings and related advanced cardiovascular interventions.
Job Details:
- Position: ICU Adult Inpatient Nurse
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing, 0 years minimum experience, and experience or training in CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy), Impella, and Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) preferred
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in adult ICU critical care, certification in critical care nursing (mandatory or preferred based on facility needs)
- Additional Information: The role requires staffing coverage on weekends and holidays to meet operational needs. No float rotation required.
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 Iowa City, IA
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Iowa City, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 84°F and winter lows of 14°F.
- Expect warm summers and cold winters.
- Short-term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near the university.
- Car-friendly city with ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options, but the compact size makes it bike-friendly.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies, respiratory conditions, and obesity.
- Iowa City has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, college sports events, and numerous outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports near the Iowa River.
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