Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,625 per week in Santa Cruz, CA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: January 9, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Santa Cruz, CA Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,625 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/2/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Santa Cruz, California, 95065! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: ICU Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12H Nights Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years in ICU License: Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS Certification, NIHSS Must-Have: - Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience Description: Unit operates with 16 beds but may expand to 20 beds. Certifications preferred include BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS, and CCRN. Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:1 and 1:2. Charting is performed using an electronic medical record system. A charge nurse is available and does not carry patients. There are no nurse aides assigned. Weekend work is required every other weekend with additional shifts as needed. On-call responsibilities may arise based on census, with a required response time of 30 minutes. Holiday scheduling is required but requests for time off will be considered. Scrub color is navy. Patient care includes adults and pediatrics with various diagnoses such as MedSurg, Neuro, and trauma. Familiarity with mechanical ventilation and additional specific procedures will be beneficial. There is a dedicated IV team available during the day. Respiratory therapy and pharmacy services are available 24/7. Staffing adjustments may lead to floating to tele units. Additional ongoing training will be provided for certain procedures and equipment. Candidates must have strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Flexibility with shift assignments is essential. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Travel nursing allows you to experience different cultures firsthand. Working in new locations exposes you to unique customs, traditions, and perspectives, fostering cultural competence and enriching your personal and professional life. Travel nursing offers flexibility in terms of assignment duration and location. You can choose short-term or long-term assignments, and the flexibility allows for a better work-life balance. A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29125651EXPTEMP

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