Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/28/2026
Duration: 9 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse in the healthcare facility. This position involves providing specialized care for neurological, neuro-surgical, medical, surgical, pulmonary, cardiology, cardiothoracic, and trauma patients. The role requires a qualified nurse with ICU experience to deliver critical care using advanced technology and protocols.
Job Details
Certifications, Education, and Experience Requirements: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state/district; ICU experience of at least 3 years; current certifications including ACLS, BLS, and NRP; graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program; BSN degree is highly desired.
Schedule: Rotating shift with 3 x 12-hour shifts covering 36 hours per week, with shifts on an alternating schedule.
Additional Requirements: Must be able to start within 7 days of offer, without push starts; must provide compliance items including a national background screen, flu and COVID vaccination or declination form, current license verification, current certifications, NIHSS, BLS, and ACLS; all documents must be submitted within 7 days of the start date.
Responsibilities: Fulfills the needs of patients, families, and community by performing a variety of patient care functions in accordance with licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Submission Requirements: Candidate submissions must be complete and comply with onboarding deadlines.
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 #1324574. 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Washington, DC
Skills
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