Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,595 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position available at a healthcare facility located in a hospital setting. The role involves providing evidence-based, patient-centered care within the scope of practice defined by the California Nursing Practice Act, adhering to regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. The ICU RN is responsible for performing comprehensive nursing assessments, developing individualized care plans, implementing and evaluating interventions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The position requires timely clinical decision-making, effective communication, and a commitment to professional development.

Job Details

• Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: California Registered Nurse (CA-RN), current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred, 0+ years of experience, residential or relocation in the area preferred
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), familiarity with electronic medical records, strong critical thinking skills
• Additional Information: The ICU RN will be responsible for monitoring patients' respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological status, managing advanced life support equipment, and responding to emergent clinical situations promptly. The role involves patient and family education, documentation of care, and upholding safety and compliance standards.

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 #1319062. 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

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus