Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,575 per week

First Connect Health
  • Burbank, CA
  • $2,575 Per Week
4 days ago

Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Burbank, 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, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

⚡ AUTO-OFFER POSITION: 36-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (ICU) RN CONTRACT – BURBANK, CA

An immediate 13-week travel contract opening with Auto-Offer status is available for an experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) in Burbank, CA 91505. Operating within an expansive 38-bed multidisciplinary Intensive Care Unit at an accredited 392-bed acute care medical center, certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, and STEMI Receiving Center, this high-compensating clinical assignment features a dependable 36-hour overnight schedule (19:00 – 07:00 / 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour night shifts guaranteed weekly with California daily overtime). AUTO-OFFER FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES! ELEVATED SEASONAL WINTER RATE PACKAGE ($2,575/WEEK)! $1,525/WEEK TAX-FREE HOUSING & MEAL STIPEND! STRICT 1:2 CALIFORNIA CRITICAL CARE RATIOS! ZERO MANDATORY ON-CALL! FREE PARKING & ANY COLOR SCRUBS! MEDITECH EHR! Managing high-acuity medical, cardiac, surgical, and neuro-critical care populations, the ICU nursing team coordinates advanced life-support interventions including mechanical ventilation, titration of multiple vasoactive infusions, External Ventricular Drains (EVD), ICP monitoring, targeted temperature management (Arctic Sun), CRRT (Prismaflex/Prismax), and mechanical circulatory support (Cardiosave IABP, Abiomed Impella, ECMO). If you are an acute critical care nurse with strong neuro-ICU competency skilled in invasive hemodynamics, post-neurosurgery care, and advanced cardiovascular recovery looking to earn $2,575/week in the Greater Los Angeles area, this assignment is built for you!

PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE (36-Hour Week / CA Daily OT Structure)

  • Weekly Gross: $2,575.00
  • Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,525.00
  • Hourly W2 Regular Rate: $25.00/hr (24 regular hours)
  • Hourly W2 Daily Overtime Rate: $37.50/hr (12 daily overtime hours included)
  • (Local and travel candidates accepted; 50-mile radius rule applies for travel stipend eligibility).

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

  • Schedule: Night shifts, 3x12-Hours (19:00 – 07:00 / 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM).
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 regular hours guaranteed weekly (Facility policy permits call-off once per two-week pay period).
  • Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks.
  • Block Scheduling: Discretion of unit leadership.
  • On-Call Requirements:NO ON-CALL REQUIRED!
  • Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend rotation (4 weekend shifts per 4-week scheduling period).
  • Department Setting & Capacity: 38-bed Multidisciplinary ICU (38 rooms) within a 392-bed hospital; designated Comprehensive Stroke Center and STEMI Receiving Center.
  • Nurse-to-Patient Staffing Ratios: Strict California mandated critical care ratios of 1:2 across all shifts.
  • Uniform / Scrub Policy: Any scrub color permitted.
  • Floating Scope: Floats as needed between like critical care/acute units and regional sister facilities within clinical competency to meet operational needs.
  • Facility Amenities: Free onsite parking provided.
  • Advanced Technology & Mechanical Devices:
    • CRRT: Prismaflex or Prismax platforms.
    • Mechanical Circulatory Support: Getinge/Maquet Cardiosave IABP, Abiomed Impella, and ECMO management.
    • Neurological Modalities: External Ventricular Drains (EVD), ICP monitoring systems, and Arctic Sun hypothermia protocols.
  • Clinical Scope & Specialty Care:
    • Direct intensive care nursing for high-acuity Medical, Cardiac, and Neuro ICU patients.
    • Specialized Neuro-Critical Care: acute CVA/stroke care adhering to NIHSS guidelines, EVD maintenance/leveling/zeroing, intracranial pressure monitoring, post-craniotomy/neurosurgical management, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and spinal cord injury stabilization.
    • Advanced Cardiovascular Care: care of acute STEMI, pre/post-cardiac catheterization, post-TAVR recovery, pulmonary artery catheter (Swan-Ganz) hemodynamic monitoring, and sheath removal.
    • Critical pharmacology: continuous titration of vasoactive infusions, cardiac inotropes/pressors, IV sedation, analgesia, and IV insulin protocols.
    • Comprehensive respiratory management: invasive mechanical ventilator management, weaning trials, ET/NT suctioning, BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, and assisting with chest tube placement/removal.
    • Management of acute renal failure, continuous CRRT therapy, multi-organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS), severe sepsis, and septic shock.
  • EMR System: Meditech electronic health record.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

  • Experience Requirement: Minimum 1 full year of dedicated acute care inpatient ICU RN clinical experience (redirect new grads with only 1 year; screen 1-year candidates only if they possess additional clinical experience in other disciplines; must have prior travel nursing experience — strong clinicians considered).
  • Neuro ICU Competency (Strict Hard Stop): Hands-on Neuro ICU experience is strictly required (looking for self-assessed 3s and 4s across neuro proficiencies on skills checklist).
  • Licensure (Strict Hard Stop): Active California Registered Nurse (RN) License strictly in hand at submittal (pending licenses cannot be submitted).
  • Certifications Required at Submittal (Must all be active and attached):
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (AHA) only.
    • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — AHA only.
    • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification.
  • EMR Competency: Meditech experience preferred.

✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. As an Auto-Offer position, complete candidate profiles matching all clinical prerequisites receive expedited review and immediate contract generation. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized critical care recruitment team!

Location Details: Assignment is located in Burbank, CA 91505. ⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 13-week contract (36 hours guaranteed weekly on 12-hour Nights: 19:00 – 07:00; facility may call off once per 2-week pay period). ⚡ Auto-Offer Requisition: Rapid auto-offer turnaround for qualified candidate files. Rate Note: Contract features elevated seasonal winter rates (adjusts to standard baseline after 2/27). No Standby Call: Zero standby on-call obligations. Parking: Free parking provided on site. Radius Rule: 50-mile radius rule enforced for travel stipend eligibility (locals accepted at an adjusted local bill rate). Unit Acuity & Ratios: 38 beds / 38 rooms; Medical, Cardiac, and Neuro ICU; Comprehensive Stroke and STEMI Center; strict California 1:2 staffing ratios. Mandatory Experience & Clinical Hard Stops: Minimum 1 full year of acute ICU RN experience required (redirect 1-year new grads; screen 1-year ICU nurses only if they have prior multi-discipline experience). Strict Hard Stop: Documented Neuro ICU experience required (looking for 3s/4s on skills checklist for EVD, ICP, stroke). Experience with Prismaflex/Prismax CRRT, Cardiosave IABP, and Abiomed Impella is a strong plus. Prior travel experience required (will accept strong experience). Clean background/license history (facility does not accept BG hits or Nursys actions). Floating Scope: Floats as needed between like critical care/acute units and nearby sister facilities. Certification Mandate (Strict Hard Stop): Active California RN license strictly in hand at submittal (no pending licenses accepted). Active AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certificates strictly required at submittal. ️ EMR System: Meditech electronic health record. Uniform Policy: Any color scrubs. Mandatory Submittal Details: Active CA RN license, AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS cards attached. Full legal name, physical address, email, full Date of Birth (DOB), and full SSN. Candidate past history question must be answered at submission: Have you ever worked at a network facility as a permanent employee, traveler, or registry/per-diem? (If yes, list location and dates). Return staff policy: Prior staff must be separated for 3 months to return. System restriction: Candidates can only be submitted to 1 network facility at a time. 2 professional supervisory references covering 1 year within the last 3 years. Onboarding & Facility Guidelines: COVID-19 vaccine is not required per current facility guidelines. Time Off: All RTO must be requested upfront on submission (auto-offer threshold is <7 days RTO; requests >7 days require client approval; maximum 1 pre-approved request; must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays).

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Numbers & Facts

LocationBurbank, CA

Skills

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