Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit, Tacoma, Washington. This position provides care for critically ill patients in an acute care setting, primarily within the Intensive Care Unit with potential float rotation to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) areas throughout the region. The schedule consists of 12-hour day shifts with every other weekend rotation.

Job Details Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, 36 hours per week. Weekend coverage is required every other weekend, including Saturdays and Sundays.

Required Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of experience in the specialty Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Registered Nurse licensure required for submission; candidates awaiting licensure may be considered Float: Float rotation may be required.

Additional Information: Primary assignment in the Intensive Care Unit with potential floating between Intensive Care Unit and Progressive Care Unit areas Patient ratios are typically 1:1 or 1:2 in the Intensive Care Unit and 1:3 in the Progressive Care Unit Experience caring for critical care diagnoses, ventilated patients, and Intensive Care Unit-level infusions is expected Progressive Care Unit infusions may include Cardizem, nitroglycerin, insulin, and heparin; pressors are not used in the Progressive Care Unit Candidates are not required to manage intra-aortic balloon pumps or continuous renal replacement therapy unless they have applicable experience Orientation may include up to one week with an educator, with a minimum of two shifts Holidays are rotated with permanent staff Electronic charting is used for clinical documentation 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 1345773. 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