Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse
Lakeport, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,595/week

Overview

Start Date11/30/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,595/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Intensive Care Unit Nurse provides direct care to adult and geriatric patients through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role manages assigned patient care, addresses physical and psychosocial needs, and coordinates care with nursing peers, physicians, and allied support services.

Job Details

Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, 36 hours per week; three shifts weekly from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with weekend rotation required.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of Intensive Care Unit experience
- Valid California nursing license
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- Travel nursing experience required
- Ability to provide care at a patient ratio of 1:2
Additional Information:
- Provides direct care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Manages care for assigned patients and directs ancillary staff activities.
- Provides care for adult and geriatric patient populations.
- Experience with ventilator management, arterial line management, central line care, vasoactive and cardiac medication titration, continuous intravenous sedation, blood product administration, and acute stroke management.
- Experience with Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure (BiPAP), Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), high-flow nasal cannula, chest tubes, neuromuscular blockade, intravenous insulin protocols, dysrhythmia management, procedural sedation, and surgical intensive care.
- Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, and pharmacy.

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

Posted Date: 2026-11-11

Cross Country Job ID #1334628. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

3.6rating(124 reviews)

12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

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Pros

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Cons

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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.

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