Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,245 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited free CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a Travel RN specialized in ICU to care for acutely ill patients in Moses Lake, WA. The role involves direct patient care, care coordination, and unit leadership as needed. Start date 09/28/2026 for 13 weeks at 36 hours/week with 12-hour day shifts.

Applicants must have WA RN licensure, BLS within 30 days, and strong ICU skills. Travel benefits include housing options, health coverage, and licensed professional development support.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Washington State RN Licensure.
• Healthcare Provider (HCP) Level of Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire, valid for two years.
• experience as an acute care RN preferred, with a minimum of one year of RN experience preferred for specialty nursing departments.
• Skills in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
• critical thinking.
• accountability within legal and ethical guidelines.
• crisis management.
• competency in caring for patients across the age continuum.
• proficiency with department-specific equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide ICU patient care and care management.
• Coordinate with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

BLS

Critical thinking

Patient care

Crisis management

Accountability

Education

WA RN licensure

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Moses Lake, Washington. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 09/28/2026

Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours, days

Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) Location unspecified. This position involves providing specialized critical care for acutely ill patients within the ICU setting. The RN functions both as a caregiver and care manager, overseeing patient care, delegating tasks, and coordinating with healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of ICU procedures and the ability to make sound clinical judgments.

Job Details Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shift hours, minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• current Washington State RN Licensure.
• Healthcare Provider (HCP) Level of Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire, valid for two years.
• experience as an acute care registered nurse preferred, with a minimum of one year of RN experience preferred for specialty nursing departments.
• Skills in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
• critical thinking.
• accountability within legal and ethical guidelines.
• crisis management.
• competency in caring for patients across the age continuum.
• proficiency with department-specific equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• PEARS (Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization)
• moderate sedation training, all to be obtained within specified timeframes and renewed as required.
• RN-C and continuing education requirements are also preferred.

Additional Information

The position may require up to 24 hours of call-off at no cost during the assignment. The candidate must demonstrate physical stamina for frequent movement, lifting, and equipment management, as well as emotional stability to handle high-stress situations in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication and professional appearance are essential. The candidate may also function as a Charge Nurse, coordinating patient assignments and staffing.

Benefits

• 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 #1312589. 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

About 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

Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus