Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Silverdale, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurse position is located in Silverdale, Washington. The role involves providing specialized critical care to patients with complex medical conditions in a hospital setting. The position offers day shifts with a focus on delivering expert nursing care aligned with facility protocols.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per day, with a minimum of 36 hours per week, starting from 08/17/2026.
- Required Qualifications: Current Washington State license or Compact license, driver's license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification, minimum of 2 years experience in ICU.
- Preferred Qualifications: Certification as a CRRN (Certified Registered Rehabilitation Nurse) or PCCN (Progressive Care Certified Nurse) is preferred but not required.
- Unit Details: Medical ICU/Progressive Care Unit, float of beds, patient ratios 1:1, 1:2 for ICU level acuity, 1:3-4 for PCU level acuity; common diagnoses include sepsis, COPD, COVID-19, pneumonia, CRRT, Arctic Sun for post-cardiac arrest patients, overflow from cath lab, post-surgical patients, and support for impella, Swans, and IABP devices.
- Additional Information: ICU staff are responsible for managing all ICU drips, sedation, vasoactive medications, and paralytics. Nurse aides with a 1:8 ratio may be pulled for sitters, and 1:10 at night. In-house 24/7 intensivist, hospitalist, RT, and pharmacy support are available. Critical care monitors are used, with ICU nurses interpreting strips and monitoring equipment. The unit requires self-scheduling with built-in rotation for weekends and holidays. Floating between floors and to the Emergency Department is possible based on unit demands. Epic electronic medical record system training/test-out options are available for experienced candidates.
- Additional Notes: Candidates should have a flexible, team-oriented attitude. The position involves working collaboratively in a high-acuity environment with rotating shifts and float responsibilities.
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 #1293311. 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