Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated nurse recruiter support

Travel logistics assistance

24/7 travel & clinical support

Opportunities for additional travel

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare is seeking an ICU travel nurse in California for a 13-week assignment, starting November 2, 2026. The role requires nights and 12-hour shifts totaling 36 hours per week, with weekly pay between $2,159 and $2,260.

You will provide high-acuity patient care in a hospital ICU and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during the assignment. Requirements include an active CA RN license, ICU experience preferred, current BLS, and US work eligibility for the November start

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in California.
• ICU nursing experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain.
• Ability to work nights and 12-hour shifts in a high-acuity ICU setting.
• Eligible to work in the United States and meet the assignment start date and duration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process.
• Supervise and direct activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinate care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional judgment, and independent decision-making.
• Develop and implement plans of care for ICU patients, including ongoing assessment, monitoring of vital signs, and timely escalation of clinical changes.
• Administer medications and treatments safely, document care accurately, and communicate patient status effectively to the care team.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, and ancillary services to ensure continuity of care and achievement of patient outcomes.

Skills

RN License CA

ICU experience

BLS certification

Night shifts

US work eligibility

Job description

Overview Registered Nurse | ICU travel assignment in California. Start date November 2, 2026 for 13 weeks. Nights, 12-hour shifts totaling 36 hours per week. Weekly pay ranges from $2,159 to $2,260, with no guaranteed hours beyond the contract. This role places you in a hospital ICU setting, delivering high-acuity patient care and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. You’ll apply the nursing process, monitor patient status, and support staff to maintain safe, evidence-based care throughout the shift.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,159–$2,260 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (36 hours per week)
• Start date: November 2, 2026
• Assignment type: Travel - temporary ICU nursing assignment
• Location: California

Responsibilities

• Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process
• Supervise and direct activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinate care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional judgment, and independent decision-making
• Develop and implement plans of care for ICU patients, including ongoing assessment, monitoring of vital signs, and timely escalation of clinical changes
• Administer medications and treatments safely, document care accurately, and communicate patient status effectively to the care team
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, and ancillary services to ensure continuity of care and achievement of patient outcomes

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license in California
• ICU nursing experience preferred
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain
• Ability to work nights and 12-hour shifts in a high-acuity ICU setting
• Eligible to work in the United States and meet the assignment start date and duration

Benefits and Support

• Dedicated nurse recruiter support throughout the assignment
• Travel logistics assistance and onboarding support
• Access to travel and clinical support 24/7 during the assignment
• Opportunities for additional travel assignments across a nationwide network

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.