Highlights

Candidates may not have been directly employed by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and Dignity, within the past year; PRN employment through outside staffing firms is acceptable. Floor-specific orientation includes Day 1 with 8 hours with an ICU educator and 4 hours with a preceptor, followed by Day 2 with 12 hours alongside a preceptor.

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Long Beach, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/09/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring a CA RN license and critical care experience.

Details

Acute care ICU with 32 staffed beds (licensed for 40), organized in pods of 8
Patient ratio of 2:1
EMR: Cerner
Charge Nurse role is staffed separately with no patient assignment; a Resource RN may also carry a patient assignment
Nurse aide support typically available on day shift
12-hour day shifts (0630-1900 or 1830-0700), every other weekend required
First to float among staff, with floating to Tele units and ED ICU/Tele holds
In-house hospitalist or intensivist coverage, RT and pharmacy available 24/7
No IV team or dedicated monitor techs; RNs read and interpret their own telemetry strips

Requirements

Active CA RN license required
Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required; 3 years preferred
Experience with vasoactive drips (pressors, antiarrhythmics, sedation) and ventilator management required
Experience with higher acuity patients including neuro, cardiac/PCI, sepsis, ETOH, and stroke cases
Familiarity with ventriculostomy, TBI, and Camino ICP monitoring preferred
Copy of driver's license required for consideration
Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Additional Information

Floor-specific orientation includes Day 1 with 8 hours with an ICU educator and 4 hours with a preceptor, followed by Day 2 with 12 hours alongside a preceptor
Utilizes huddle report and bedside report communication practices
Scrub color requirement: Navy Blue for RNs, Hunter Green for Nurse Aides
No acrylic nails or gel polish allowed during the assignment
Must be available to work 2 of the 3 major holidays, rotating with core staff
Candidates may not have been directly employed by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and Dignity, within the past year; PRN employment through outside staffing firms is acceptable
First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-765152. 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: Travel RN - ICU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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