Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,265 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN in ICU for Des Moines, Iowa. The ICU role involves delivering specialized patient care to critically ill patients in a hospital setting on 12-hour day shifts.

Schedule includes Days, 36 hours weekly, with pay packages based on shifts and a tax-free stipend. Benefits include housing options, health insurance, and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license and BSN or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in a critical care setting.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• CCRN certification preferred.
• Experience in hospital ICU setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient assessment and monitoring in ICU.
• Administer medications per protocols.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Nursing

Critical Care

BLS Certification

Education

BSN or equivalent

Job description

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

Specialty:

ICU - Intensive Care UnitDiscipline:

RNStart Date:

10/19/2026Duration:

Shift:

12 hours, daysEmployment Type:

Job Summary:

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) registered nurse position is located at a healthcare organization. This role involves providing specialized patient care for critically ill patients in a hospital setting. The position supports the organizations commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per day, with an end-of-week or end-of-shift schedule. The minimum weekly hours are 36.0.

Required Qualifications:

Valid nursing license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or equivalent, one year of nursing experience in a critical care setting, and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification in Intensive Care Nursing (CCRN) and previous experience working in a hospital ICU setting.

Additional Information:

The role involves adhering to standard operating procedures and clinical protocols specific to critical care nursing. Responsibilities include patient assessment, monitoring, administering medications, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

BenefitsThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:Private housing or generous housing allowanceComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverageDependent health insurance with prescription coverageCompetitive salariesReferral bonusesTravel reimbursement401(k) retirement planDirect deposit/free checkingUnlimited free CE creditsCross Country Job ID #1320154. 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 way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

401k retirement planReferral bonus