What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,875 per week position at Cross Country Nurses?
Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in San Antonio, Texas.
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, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) Cardio Thoracic (CT) San Antonio, TX. This position involves supporting cardiovascular ICU cases, with an emphasis on advanced cardiac support procedures. Qualified candidates will have experience in critical care settings, particularly related to cardiac patient management.
Job Details:
- Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM 7:30 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Active Texas RN license, two or more years of ICU experience, ACLS certification, BLS certification, and NIHSS certification. Candidates must have experience with hemodynamic monitoring (Swan and arterial lines), ventilator management, and possess strong critical thinking skills.
- Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), and Meditech charting/order entry.
- Additional Information: All travelers are required to float; familiarity with Methodist Hospitals floating policy is preferred. Documentation system used is Meditech. Responsibilities include post-CABG, post-VAD, and post-cardiac catheterization patient care involving various cardiac support devices such as IABP, Impella, and ECMO.
- Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, commencing on 09/07/2026.
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 #1280887. 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 Cardio Thoracic
About Cross Country NursesYou 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
Salary : $1,875