What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job position at Healthforce?
Registered Nurse – ICU travel assignment in San Luis Obispo, CA. Start date 06/22/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay between $1,554 and $1,673. Guaranteed hours: Not guaranteed. Shift: 3x12-hour days, 07:00–19:30. Setting: Short-Term Acute Care Hospital ICU. Travel - Temporary Assignment.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,554–$1,673 per week
- Guaranteed hours: Not guaranteed
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour days (07:00–19:30)
- Start date: 06/22/2026
- Setting: ICU in a short-term acute care hospital
- Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
Responsibilities
- Provide direct, evidence-based ICU nursing care for critically ill adults, including ongoing assessment and plan-of-care updates.
- Monitor and interpret patient data, manage complex therapies and equipment (e.g., hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator support) as required.
- Administer medications and perform procedures per hospital protocols, including high-risk medication administration.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans; provide leadership or mentoring as assigned.
- Respond promptly to emergencies, coordinate rapid responses when needed, and document patient status and outcomes accurately.
- Educate patients and families on care plans, treatment options, and discharge planning to support transitions of care.
Requirements
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, TNCC required
- Education: Master’s degree preferred
- Experience: Five years technical experience preferred; supervisory experience or demonstrated supervisory skills required
- Additional: Ability to work in an ICU setting within a travel assignment; ability to obtain and maintain required credentials for the assignment
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated on-assignment support
- Extension opportunities after the initial contract period
- Travel-specific credentialing and onboarding assistance
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PAY DISCLAIMER
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.
Salary : $1,554 - $1,673