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: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) care is needed for a night shift assignment in the California region. The position involves providing high-quality critical care services during the overnight hours, with a guaranteed schedule of 36 hours per week. The role requires active licensure and certification to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shift (7:00 PM 7:30 AM), minimum of 36 hours per week guaranteed
- Required Qualifications: Active California RN (Registered Nurse) license, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, proof of negative tuberculosis (TB) screen within 12 months of contract start date, 3 years of experience in ICU setting, and must be able to work in the United States at the specified location
- Preferred Qualifications: None specified
- Float: Float rotation may be required
- Additional Information: The assignment is located within a 20-mile radius of Arcata, California, including communities such as McKinleyville, Eureka, and Blue Lake. Candidates will have access to furnished housing resources through FurnishedFinder.com and TravelNurseHousing.com. The position is characterized by a rapid response urgency and is open for immediate onboarding.
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
Posted Date: 2026-08-01
Cross Country Job ID #1269082. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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