Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,050 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salary

Referral bonus

Travel reimbursement

401(k) plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU — Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Arcata, California. The role involves providing specialized ICU care, monitoring patients, and collaborating with the care team in a region serving communities within a 25-mile radius of Arcata.

The position offers a 13-week term with 36 hours per week, 12-hour days, and travel benefits including housing options and health coverage. Start date and end date are specified for the contract period.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• TB screen within 12 months of contract start.
• No minimum years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide ICU-level care including patient monitoring and support.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure patient stability and recovery.
• Float rotation may be required to cover breaks and assignments within the region.

Education

Active California RN license

Tools

BLS

ACLS

PALS

TB screen proof

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) registered nurse position in a healthcare organization. This role involves providing specialized care in critical care settings, with an emphasis on patient monitoring, support, and collaboration with healthcare teams. The position is based in a region serving communities within a 25-mile radius of Arcata, California.

Job Details:

• Shift: Days
• Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Start Date: 09/11/2026
• End Date: 12/11/2026
• Required Qualifications: Active California registered nurse (RN) license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), proof of negative tuberculosis (TB) screen within 12 months of contract start date. No minimum years of experience required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Not specified
• Float: Float rotation may be required to cover breaks and assist
• Additional Information: The position involves providing critical care in the ICU setting, supporting patient stabilization and recovery. Candidates should be prepared for occasional float assignments to various community locations within the specified region.

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 #1317693. 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