Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Tehachapi, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/07/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit Tehachapi, California. The Registered Nurse delivers coordinated nursing care to patients in accordance with established standards and the nursing process. The role includes assessing patient needs, developing and implementing care plans, coordinating interdisciplinary care, supervising assigned nursing staff, and supporting safe, effective patient outcomes.
Job Details
- Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC).
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC).
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Acute care facility experience.
- Additional Information:
- Collects and analyzes patient data to identify diagnoses, care issues, and desired outcomes.
- Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans.
- Coordinates care delivery and collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Provides health education and learning opportunities to patients, families, and team members.
- Participates in discharge planning to support continuity of care.
- Delegates appropriately and coordinates the duties of healthcare team members.
- Supervises and directs assigned nursing staff while exercising professional judgment and critical-thinking skills.
- Required vaccinations must be completed as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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 #1340761. 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 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