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Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Mesa, Arizona. This is a 13-week assignment, requiring 36 hours per week with 12-hour day shifts.
The role involves ICU patient care in an acute setting, with duties including assessment, planning, and collaboration with the care team to ensure safety and positive outcomes.
Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse position located in an acute care environment. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for critically ill patients in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards. The nurse is responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.
Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shift hours, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. The assignment is scheduled to start on 10/05/2026 and end on 01/02/2027.
Must possess a current, valid RN license in the state of practice, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, and at least 1 year of recent experience working as an RN in an acute care setting within the past 12 months. Additional certifications or continuing education relevant to ICU nursing are preferred.
Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field; professional certification in critical care is highly desirable.
The role requires the ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergent patient needs, utilizing proper body mechanics to assist patients and following safety protocols to prevent exposure to blood and bodily fluids. The position involves direct patient care, coordination with team members, documentation, and participation in quality improvement activities.
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: 2026-09-16
Cross Country Job ID #1303968. 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
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.
401k retirement plan Referral bonus