Overview
Registered Nurse – ICU Lead in San Luis Obispo, CA. This travel assignment begins 06/29/2026 for 13 weeks with a 3x12-hour shift pattern (36 hours per week). Weekly pay ranges from $1,940 to $2,052. The role provides unit-based leadership within a high-acuity ICU setting, supervising nursing and ancillary staff to deliver safe, cost-effective, evidence-based care and strong patient satisfaction.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,940–$2,052 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour shifts
- Start date: 06/29/2026
- Assignment type: Travel, temporary
- Setting: ICU/unit-based leadership in a high-acuity care environment
Responsibilities
- Provide unit-based leadership in the ICU, working collaboratively with the Nurse Manager, Director, Physicians, and staff to guide nursing practice and patient care.
- Supervise and direct the activities of licensed and ancillary personnel, using professional judgment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality care.
- Promote cost-effective care while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and satisfaction; assess patient experience and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Facilitate interdisciplinary rounds and care coordination; oversee staffing plans, resource allocation, and delegation of tasks to ensure optimal unit operations.
- Support staff development, mentor new hires, and uphold evidence-based practice and compliance with regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted California RN license
- ICU/critical care nursing experience; leadership or charge nurse experience in an ICU setting preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; additional certifications (e.g., ACLS) as dictated by unit policy
- Demonstrated ability to lead, communicate effectively, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work in a fast-paced ICU environment and manage staff and patient care priorities
- Availability to start by 06/29/2026 and commit to a 13-week assignment
Benefits and Support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment from a travel clinical staffing team
- Fast credentialing and onboarding processes to minimize start delays
- Travel-focused recruitment and ongoing assistance during the contract
- Opportunities for contract extension based on unit needs and performance
- Comprehensive guidance on credentialing, hospital onboarding, and orientation
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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.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
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