Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,415 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Berkeley, California. Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position in a facility offering specialized care for critically ill adult and geriatric patients.

This role involves providing advanced patient monitoring and managing complex medical conditions, with a focus on neuro cases. The shift is scheduled for days, with a standard minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 10/12/2026

Qualifications

• CA RN license required.
• BLS, ACLS and CPI certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years RN ICU experience.
• Neuro patient care experience preferred.
• Ventilator management and arterial line care skills required.
• Neuro-specific procedures and complex patient monitoring essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide ICU care for critically ill adults and geriatrics.
• Monitor patients and manage complex neuro conditions.
• Perform ventilator management and arterial line care.
• Float to other units within scope with 1.5 hours notice.

Skills

CA RN License

BLS

ACLS

CPI

2+ years ICU RN

Neuro patient care

Ventilator management

Arterial line care

Neuro procedures

Complex patient monitoring

Tools

Epic

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Berkeley, California.

Job Summary

Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position in a facility offering specialized care for critically ill adult and geriatric patients. This role involves providing advanced patient monitoring and managing complex medical conditions, with a focus on neuro cases. The shift is scheduled for days, with a standard minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 10/12/2026 and ending on 01/11/2027.

Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 10/12/2026

Duration: 13 weeks

Employment Type: Travel

Job Details

• Schedule: Days, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications:
  • CA RN License
  • BLS certification
  • ACLS certification
  • CPI certification
  • Minimum of 2 years of RN ICU experience
  • Ability to handle neuro patient cases
  • Proficiency in comprehensive critical care skills including ventilator management
  • Arterial line care
  • Neuro-specific procedures
  • Complex patient monitoring
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Epic electronic charting system
  • Charge nurse experience
  • Trauma Level II experience
  • Community hospital experience
  • Additional certifications in neuro or trauma care
• Float: May float within the hospital to other units within scope of practice, with a notice of 1.5 hours prior to shift, and shuttle provided if floating is requested
• Additional Information: The role involves collaborative interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, and rapid response teams; candidates must complete all onboarding requirements including labs within 3-5 days of contract signing, and provide work history verification covering the last 7 years.
• Submission Requirements: Valid CA RN license uploaded within last 2 weeks, applicable certifications uploaded with expiration dates, two references obtained within the last year, and all compliance documents submitted 10 days prior to start date.

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 #1320384. 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 plan
• Referral bonus