Travel Contract

Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
Redding, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,760/week
Posted 6 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date11/17/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU OH) registered nurses are needed in the healthcare organizations acute care setting. This role involves caring for patients with critical cardiovascular conditions, including those with recent open-heart surgeries, and managing a diverse ICU patient population.

Job Details

  • Position Description: ICU OH RN responsible for delivering specialized care to critically ill cardiovascular patients in a 30-bed cardiac ICU. Experience with fresh open hearts and mixed ICU patients is required. The unit emphasizes telemetry, emergency, and critical care skills.
  • Required Qualifications: Certifications include ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and PALS; no degree or experience requirements specified; licensed to submit in the organizations jurisdiction; willing to wait for license validation; 2 years of minimum experience preferred.
  • Schedule: 12-hour days, every other weekend, from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM, with schedules released approximately 6 weeks in advance and self-scheduling opportunities.
  • Additional Information: Candidates must have recent experience with open heart patients and mixed ICU cases. Unit orientation lasts one day, and float requirements may involve tele or medsurg units. Candidates are expected to pass a proctored dysrhythmia test onsite on day one.
  • Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS are required; ENH optional.
  • Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift.
  • Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours.

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
Cross Country Job ID #1338542. 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 Cardiovascular

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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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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About Redding, CA

As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Redding, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Redding, CA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs range from 90-100°F, while winter lows average around 30-40°F.
  • Redding experiences long summers and mild winters.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Redding, CA, with options available for furnished housing.
Transportation
  • Redding is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
  • Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
  • Redding has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Redding offers a variety of activities including exploring Turtle Bay Exploration Park, visiting the Sundial Bridge, and enjoying outdoor activities at Shasta Lake and Whiskeytown Lake.
  • There are also options for dining, art, music, and sports in the area.
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