Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Los Angeles, California.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/16/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Registered Nurse to join our Intensive Care Unit team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in critical care nursing and demonstrate the ability to provide exceptional care to critically ill patients. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients in the ICU, including assessments, interventions, and evaluations. Administer medications and IV drips, including critical infusions such as Cardizem, dobutamine, dopamine, and TPA. Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms using Nihon Kohden monitors at the bedside. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including hospitalists and intensivists, to ensure the best patient outcomes. Assist with the care of high-acuity patients, maintaining a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2 or 1:1 as necessary. Participate in bedside report and maintain clear communication with team members during shift changes. Float to Telemetry or occasionally to the Emergency Room as needed. Ensure adherence to safety protocols and best practices, particularly related to stroke and cardiac care bundles.

Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience in an ICU setting required. 1 year of travel nursing experience preferred. Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and LA City Fire & Safety are mandatory. Knowledge of basic dysrhythmias and pharmacology is preferred.

Experience with sheath pulling and familiarity with ventilator management is preferred.

Shift Details 12-hour shifts: Day shift (7 AM to 7 PM).

Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend.

Holiday Requirement: Expected to work 2 out of 3 major holidays.

Unit Information Unit type: Intensive Care Unit with a total of 32 private rooms. Nurse aides are not available on the unit. 24/7 availability of Pharmacy and Respiratory Therapy services. Unit relies on Cerner for electronic medical records. Preference for self-confident nurses who can adapt to a diverse team, including a significant population of Filipino staff members. Additional Notes Knowledge of preventative bundles for stroke and cardiac patients, including the ABCDE and VAP bundles, is essential. Floor-specific orientation of 2 days is provided for those with Cerner experience. Join our team to make a significant impact on the care of critically ill patients while furthering your professional development in a supportive environment. Thrive Staffing Job ID 19411683. 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: RN:ICU,07:00:00-19:00:00 About Thrive Staffing At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.