Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,875 per week

Cross Country Nurses; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

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 RN for an ICU assignment in San Leandro, California. The ICU team will care for critically ill patients, with a 13-week contract and 36 hours per week on night shifts. Start date is 11/03/2026, ending 01/30/2027, with travel and housing accommodations available.

The role requires RN licensure in California, BLS and ACLS, and ICU experience; a BSN is preferred. Travel benefits include housing options and competitive pay packages.

Qualifications

• 1-year recent ICU nursing experience within the last 3 years.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license in the state where care is provided.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care to critically ill patients in ICU.
• Deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.
• Adhere to clinical protocols and safety standards.

Skills

ICU nursing experience

RN

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field (preferred)

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

The ICU (Intensive Care Unit) nursing position is located in the healthcare facility. This role involves providing specialized care to critically ill patients. The selected candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, adhering to clinical protocols and safety standards.

Job Details

Schedule

• Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

• 1-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in a healthcare setting
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field
• Two (2) years of recent ICU nursing experience preferred
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIH Stroke Scale) certification
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification preferred
• Dialysis, SLED or equivalent experience preferred

Additional Information

• The assignment is scheduled to start on 11/03/2026 and conclude on 01/30/2027.

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 #1316474. 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