Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Morristown, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 14 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position available in Morristown, New Jersey. This role involves delivering comprehensive patient care in a high-acuity surgical and medical setting. The ICU nurse will perform assessments, manage emergency procedures, and support patient recovery throughout their perioperative journey, including pre-operative and postoperative care.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; Associates or Bachelor's Degree; RN License; BLS; ACLS; 1 year ICU experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Not specified.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: This is a high acuity Surgical and Medical Step Down Unit (SDU). Candidates must have ICU experience, demonstrate assessment skills, clinical knowledge, documentation accuracy, professionalism, safety adherence, and patient education capabilities. Responsibilities include supporting patient testing, evaluating pre-admission testing orders, and ensuring effective communication with patients and families. The position requires the ability to prioritize care, follow universal protocols, and contribute to a multidisciplinary team.
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 #1290202. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
You 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