ICU Registered Nurse
Puyallup, WA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,300/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration17 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
An Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse is needed in a healthcare organization. This role involves supporting various inpatient units, with primary focus on emergency department holding and float pool coverage across multiple units. The position requires flexibility to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment and provides an opportunity to work with diverse patient diagnoses in a variety of critical care settings.
Job Details
- Position: ICU Nurse Float
- Location: Not specified (general healthcare organization environment)
- Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid licensure as a registered nurse, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale), with at least 2 years of ICU experience or relevant acute care setting experience
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cardiac rhythm interpretation, ventilator management, invasive line management, and support for various medical devices and infusion therapy
- Additional Responsibilities: Transporting patients throughout the hospital, assisting with patient care in emergency holding areas, and providing resource support during night shifts
- Schedule Details: Must call RMC staffing office 30-45 minutes prior to each shift for assignment, punctuality required. Schedule provided three weeks in advance, with no holiday requests, and opportunity to approve up to five days off with additional requests via email to designated management
- Floating: Floating within scope of practice and scope of units is required, with orientation provided
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- End Date: 03/13/2027
- Experience Requirement: 0 years 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 Puyallup, WA
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Puyallup, WA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 75-80°F and lows of 50-55°F.
- Winter average highs of 45-50°F and lows of 35-40°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Consider contacting local real estate agencies for assistance.
- Car friendly city with easy access to major highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the pollen and air quality.
- Puyallup has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby hiking trails and parks.
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