Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Puyallup, WA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,015/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse Puyallup, WA. This role involves providing specialized care to high-acuity patients within a Level III Trauma Center. The ICU nurse will manage respiratory failure, GI bleeds, sepsis, CVA, post-arrest, and other complex conditions, utilizing advanced therapies and monitoring tools.
Job Details
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required; CCRN preferred. Education requirements include any relevant healthcare certification.
- Clinical responsibilities include cardiac rhythm interpretation, vent/trach and bipap management, invasive line management, placement and care of ostomy and drains, chest tubes, lumbar drains, IV medication titration.
- Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Experience required: 0 years, with a preference for candidates with one or more years of ICU experience.
- Support on the unit includes 4 patient Care Assistants (CNA with specialized certification), a free charge RN, a flexible RN, Health Unit Coordinator, and 24/7 telemetry monitoring with STAT RN, RT, hospitalist, and intensivist onsite.
- The unit frequently requires float rotation, including care for PCU and lower acuity patients.
- The ICU handles a mix of COVID and non-COVID patients, with specific protocols for higher-level therapies such as rotoprone, manual prone, hypothermia, and CRRT.
- The position starts on 11/16/2026 and ends on 02/13/2027, with shift hours from 0700-1930 and 1900-0730, and varies weekend and holiday scheduling based on unit needs. Candidates may work six consecutive shifts with potential for overtime.
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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