Travel Nurse RN - Trauma ICU
Tyler, TX
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,580/weekOverview
- Start Date11/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Trauma ICU - Level I Trauma Facility Located in an intensive care unit that provides specialized trauma care, this position involves managing adult patients with complex trauma cases. The role requires experienced healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced environment, focusing on patient safety and clinical excellence.
Job Details
- Position Description: Trauma ICU staff responsible for caring for trauma patients in a Level I Trauma Facility.
- Certifications: Current ACLS, BLS, NIHSS; PALS and TNCC preferred.
- Education Requirements: Appropriate license in hand and eligible to practice in the state or jurisdiction.
- Location Requirements: State or Compact license required at the time of submittal.
- Years of Experience: 2 years preferred; minimum of 0 years required.
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Previous charge experience preferred; proficiency in charting with Epic (experience required); expertise in trauma unit procedures and critical care skills such as BiPAP/CPAP management, blood product administration, ventilator management, central line care, ICP monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, IV insertion, and ventilator management.
- Additional Information: Experience in a Level I Trauma ICU preferred. Float rotation may be required, involving ICU, IMC, and Telemetry units as needed.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must hold a state or compact license in hand at the time of submittal; compliance with onboarding protocols and core lab completion within 48 hours of contract signing is mandatory.
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 Trauma ICU 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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