Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse in California This role involves providing critical care in a dynamic ICU environment across multiple campuses within the organization. The position requires adaptability to various ICU settings, including step-down units, and involves floating between campuses as needed.
Job Details
- Position Title: ICU Nurse
- Specialty: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Location: California (multiple campuses)
- Schedule: Rotating shift, 3 x 12-hour days/nights, 0700-1930/1900-0730, with weekend rotation; minimum 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: California RN license; BLS (American Heart Association); ACLS; NIHSS; 4 years of ICU experience required; certifications must be valid and uploaded; references obtained within the last year.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with ICU charting systems; previous charge nurse experience; experience in trauma level I or II units.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: PRN and travel experience preferred. Candidates must complete onboarding labs within 3-5 days of contract signing and provide a 7-year work history verification. All compliance documents are due 10 days prior to start.
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 #1326643. 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