Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Healthforce

San Luis Obispo, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Basic Life Support (BLS), Cell Biology, Communication Skills, Emergency Nursing, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Hospital, Intensive Care, Leadership, Long-Term Care, Nursing, Nursing Management, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Quality Management, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Registered Nurse (RN), Team Player, Travel Planning
LOCATION
San Luis Obispo, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Overview
Nurse Lead – ICU (Registered Nurse) – San Luis Obispo, CA. Travel, temporary assignment starting 06/01/2026 for 13 weeks. 36 hours per week, Day shift (12-hour shifts). Weekly pay range: $1,854–$1,991. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. This unit-based leadership role supports ICU patients and collaborates closely with the Nurse Manager, Director, physicians, and staff in a hospital setting.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,854–$1,991 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts (36 hours per week)
- Start date: 06/01/2026
- Work setting: ICU unit in a hospital environment
- Travel assignment with dedicated support throughout the assignment

Responsibilities
- Provide unit-based leadership in the ICU, partnering with the Nurse Manager, Director, physicians, and staff
- Supervise and direct the activities of various levels of nursing and ancillary personnel using professional and supervisory discretion
- Apply independent judgment to coordinate and prioritize patient care across the unit
- Ensure that all patients receive cost-effective, professional care that supports positive outcomes and high patient satisfaction while maintaining patient safety
- Assess patient experience and participate in quality improvement efforts to elevate care and satisfaction

Requirements
- Active RN license in California
- ICU nursing experience
- Leadership/ supervisory or charge nurse experience in a hospital setting
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Ability to work Day shifts; 12-hour shifts; 36 hours per week
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to coordinate with diverse team members

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing
- Nationwide assignments
- Extension opportunities

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings, apply through Healthforce Healthcare LLC’s careers page at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view additional travel and permanent roles that may fit your background.

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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