First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Napa, 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, days, nights Employment Type: Travel ⚡ AUTO-OFFER POSITION: 36-HOUR INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (ICU) RN CONTRACT – NAPA, 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 Napa, CA 94558. Operating within a high-acuity 20-bed multidisciplinary Intensive Care Unit at an accredited regional medical center, this clinical assignment features a dependable 36-hour schedule with California daily overtime (primarily 19:00 – 07:00 night shifts, with occasional 07:00 – 19:00 day shifts to support unit operational needs; no rotation within the same work week). AUTO-OFFER FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES! COMPETITIVE $2,425/WEEK GROSS PACKAGE! $1,375/WEEK TAX-FREE HOUSING & MEAL STIPEND! STRICT 1:2 CALIFORNIA CRITICAL CARE RATIOS! FIRST-TIME TRAVELERS WELCOME! EPIC EHR! Caring for critical adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations, the ICU nursing team manages complex medical, surgical, trauma, neuro, and cardiac presentations. Advanced clinical interventions and therapies include continuous mechanical ventilation, Prismaflex continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), External Ventricular Drains (EVD), intracranial pressure monitoring, targeted temperature management (Arctic Sun), post-craniotomy surveillance, and cardiovascular recovery (CABG, IABP, and Impella support). If you are an acute critical care nurse skilled in invasive hemodynamics, vasoactive titrations, neuro-trauma assessments, and advanced ventilator management looking to earn $2,425/week in California wine country, this assignment is built for you! PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE (36-Hour Week / CA Daily OT Structure) Weekly Gross: $2,425.00 Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,375.00 Hourly W2 Regular Rate: $25.00/hr (24 regular hours) Hourly W2 Daily Overtime Rate: $37.50/hr (12 daily overtime hours included) (Both local and travel candidates accepted; 50-mile radius applies for travel stipend eligibility).

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS Schedule: Variable 3x12-Hours (primarily 19:00 – 07:00 / 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM starts, with occasional 07:00 – 19:00 day shifts as needed; will not rotate within the same week).

Guaranteed Hours: 36 regular hours guaranteed weekly.

Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks.

Block Scheduling: Block schedules are not offered.

On-Call Requirements: Standby on-call participation is required per departmental guidelines.

Weekend Coverage: Rotational weekend coverage (every other or every third weekend).

Department Setting & Capacity: 20-bed multidisciplinary Intensive Care Unit (average daily census ~10) caring for combined medical, surgical, cardiac, and neurological critical care patients.

Nurse-to-Patient Staffing Ratios: Strict California mandated critical care ratios of 1:2 across all shifts.

Floating Scope: Floats between like acute/critical care units and regional sister facilities within clinical competency as operationally required.

Advanced Therapies & Specialized Modalities: Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT via Prismaflex).

Neurological monitoring: External Ventricular Drains (EVD), ICP monitoring systems, and Arctic Sun hypothermia protocols. Mechanical circulatory support: care of post-CABG patients, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), and Impella devices.

Advanced mechanical ventilation: ARDS protocols, chest tube assistance/management, and endotracheal tube maintenance.

Clinical Scope & Specialty Care: Direct intensive care nursing for septic shock, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), multi-organ failure, end-stage renal disease (ESRD), and severe trauma. Neuro-critical care: acute stroke/CVA management, subdural hematomas (SDH), traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord trauma, and post-craniotomy recovery. Critical pharmacology: continuous titration of multiple IV vasopressors, inotropes, sedatives, analgesics, and paralytics. Invasive vascular line management: arterial line monitoring, central venous access, and PICC line maintenance.

EMR System: Epic electronic health record.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION Experience Requirement: Minimum 2 full years of dedicated acute care inpatient ICU RN clinical experience (experience managing 1:2 patient ratios required; first-time travel nurses accepted and eligible for Auto-Offer).

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: Epic EHR 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 Napa, CA 94558. ⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 13-week contract (36 hours guaranteed weekly on 12-hour Variable shifts: primarily 19:00 – 07:00 starts, occasional day shifts to meet unit needs; no rotation within the same week). ⚡ Auto-Offer Requisition: Rapid auto-offer turnaround for qualified candidate files.

On-Call Commitment: Standby on-call participation is required per department needs.

Radius Rule: 50-mile radius rule enforced for travel stipend eligibility (locals accepted at an adjusted local bill rate).

Unit Acuity & Ratios: 20-bed ICU (average daily census ~10); strict California 1:2 ratios; handles sepsis, respiratory failure, trauma, SDH, CRRT (Prismaflex), EVD, IABP, Impella, and post-CABG.

Mandatory Experience & Clinical Hard Stops: Minimum 2 full years of acute ICU RN experience required. Documented experience managing 1:2 ICU ratios. First-time travelers accepted. Clean background/license history (facility does not accept BG hits or Nursys actions).

Floating Scope: Floats between like critical care/acute units and nearby sister facilities as operationally needed.

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: Epic electronic health record.

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 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.

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