Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,760 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401k retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN CVICU in Redding, California. The Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU OH) position involves caring for complex cardiac patients in a hospital setting with open-heart surgery experiences.

The schedule features 12-hour day shifts (6:45 AM–7:15 PM), with self-scheduling and six-week advance planning. Travel employment and comprehensive benefits are offered for a 13-week assignment.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license or willing to wait for licensure.
• Minimum 2 years ICU experience with open-heart surgery patients.
• Experience with mixed ICU patient populations.
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and PALS certifications required.
• Float rotation may be required to different units.

Responsibilities

• Care for complex cardiac ICU patients including post-op open-heart cases.
• Float between tele, step-down, or medical-surgical units as needed.
• Follow hospital protocols and maintain patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Support self-scheduling with managerial review.

Skills

ICU experience

Open-heart care

Critical care

Float rotation

Education

RN license

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS

PALS

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Redding, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU OH) position in a hospital setting involves caring for complex cardiac patients, including those with recent open-heart surgeries and mixed ICU diagnoses. The role is suitable for experienced registered nurses prepared to work in a fast-paced critical care environment with a focus on patient safety and quality outcomes. The position requires flexibility in floating between units and adherence to hospital protocols and standards.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, starting at 6:45 AM and ending at 7:15 PM. Schedules are made approximately six weeks in advance and involve self-scheduling, subject to managerial review. Staff work every other weekend, with no holiday requirement at this time but may be scheduled to work holidays.
• Required Qualifications: Valid license to submit, willingness to wait for licensure, certifications including ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale), and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support). Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of relevant ICU experience, recent experience with fresh open-heart surgery patients, and experience with mixed ICU patient populations.
• Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
• Float: Float rotation may be required; staff may be scheduled to different tele, step-down, or medical-surgical units with one day of specific unit orientation.
• Additional Information: Candidates must have recent experience with open-heart patients and a strong background in critical care. The unit is a Cardiac ICU with 30 beds, utilizing Cerner charting system. The team includes hospitalists and intensivists on-site 24/7, with continuous RT and pharmacy support. The role involves working in a 2-level trauma setting with acuity focused on cardiovascular care.

Benefits
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

Cross Country Job ID #1320799. 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 Cardiovascular

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