Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Lancaster, CA
Halcyon Nurse Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,709/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care393 beds
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$966/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,743/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Weekly pay
- Dental benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Vision benefits
Description
Travel ICU / Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN)
2 Openings | Day & Night Shifts | 13-Week Contract
Location: Antelope Valley Medical Center (AVMC), California
Position Type: Travel Nursing Contract
Openings: 2
Position Details
- Unit: ICU / Float Pool
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: Approximately 2 weeks from offer
- Schedule Options:
- GWW36: 3 shifts × 12 hours (36 hours/week)
- GWW48: 4 shifts × 12 hours (48 hours/week)
Available Shifts:
- 1 Day Shift Opening – 7:00 AM
- 1 Night Shift Opening – 7:00 PM
Compensation Package – 36-Hour Schedule
- Regular Pay: $23/hour (24 hours)
- Overtime Pay: $34.50/hour (12 hours)
- Meal Allowance: $50/day ($350/week, taxable)
- Lodging Reimbursement: Up to $199/day or $1,393/week
- Estimated Gross Weekly Compensation: $2,709
Compensation is based on the 36-hour weekly schedule and applicable reimbursements.
Required Qualifications
- Active and current California RN License
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification
- NIHSS certification (annual renewal required)
- Minimum of 1 year of travel nursing experience
- Minimum of 2 years of Float Pool experience
- Must have previous experience in all of the following:
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
- Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
- Medical-Surgical / Telemetry (MS/Tele)
Additional Requirements
- Must be flexible and willing to work weekends and holidays as requested by AVMC.
- Must be comfortable floating between units based on facility staffing needs.
- Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Interested in This Opportunity?
Apply today! Qualified candidates with ICU and Float Pool experience are encouraged to submit their applications for immediate consideration.
Only candidates meeting the required experience and certification criteria will be considered.
Facility
Antelope Valley Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Antelope Valley Hospital
Pros
Staff is great
Cons
Paperwork is excessive. Minimal ancillary staff so expect to be very self sufficient. Anesthesia expects you to also be their aide in addition to circulating the surgery. Doctors were not very friendly either.

- Short Term Acute Care
- 393 beds
Employer
Halcyon Nurse Staffing
At Halcyon Nurse Staffing, we specialize in providing top-tier travel, Per diem, and Permanent staffing solutions nationwide. Founded by healthcare professionals and recruiters, our mission is to ensure exceptional patient care by focusing on the well-being and professional growth of our staff. We proudly collaborate with over 500 hospitals, delivering outstanding talent through our "Nurses & Allied Health of Excellence" program.
Our core values are built on trust, integrity, and clinical expertise. We prioritize forming strong partnerships with both nurses and healthcare providers, ensuring we meet and exceed the industry's highest standards for patient care.
About Lancaster, CA
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Lancaster, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lancaster, CA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Lancaster experiences hot summers with average highs of around 95°F and lows of 60°F, while winters are cool with average highs of 57°F and lows of 32°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Lancaster, CA, and they can be relatively easy to find.
- Lancaster is car-friendly, with most residents relying on private vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Lancaster has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to the desert climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Lancaster offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and exploring the nearby Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve.
- Sports enthusiasts can also find local teams and events to support.
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