Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – ICU | San Luis Obispo, CA | Start 06/22/2026 | 13-week travel assignment | $1,597-$1,658 per week | Guaranteed Hours: 0.0 | Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts | Setting: Short-Term Acute Care Hospital ICU with trauma level designation. This leadership role includes nurse-lead responsibilities on the unit in addition to standard critical-care duties.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,597-$1,658 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts
- Start date: 06/22/2026
- Setting: ICU in a trauma-designated, short-term acute care environment
- Leadership responsibilities as Nurse Lead on the unit

Responsibilities
- Deliver direct critical care to adult ICU patients, including monitoring, assessments, and rapid problem-solving for evolving conditions
- Lead unit operations on shift, including coordination of staffing, patient throughput, and communication with the medical team
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, and ancillary staff to implement individualized care plans
- Administer medications, perform procedures within scope of practice, and ensure adherence to evidence-based protocols
- Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance
- Participate in rounds and contribute to continuous quality improvement, patient outcomes, and infection control measures

Requirements
- Current RN license in the state of practice: California
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and TNCC required
- Experience: Five years of ICU technical experience preferred; supervisory experience or demonstrated supervisory skills required
- Specialty knowledge: ICU patient care in a trauma-level unit; ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Availability to commence on 06/22/2026 for a 13-week assignment

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated travel and clinical support throughout the assignment
- Access to credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Ongoing recruiter support and assignment coordination
- Clear pathway for extension opportunities based on unit needs
- Professional collaboration with an experienced healthcare staffing team
- Compliance and administrative support to ensure smooth patient-care operations

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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.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.