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, nights Employment Type: Travel ⚡ AUTO-OFFER POSITION: 36-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT 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 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! 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! Managing critical adult, adolescent, and geriatric patient populations, the ICU nursing team coordinates care across complex medical, surgical, trauma, neuro, and cardiac presentations. Clinical interventions include mechanical ventilation, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT via Prismaflex), external ventricular drains (EVD), targeted temperature management (Arctic Sun), post-craniotomy care, and advanced hemodynamics (CABG, IABP, Impella support). If you are a critical care nurse skilled in invasive hemodynamic lines, continuous vasoactive titrations, neuro-trauma assessments, and mechanical ventilation 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) (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.

Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks.

Block Scheduling: Block schedules are not offered.

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

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

Department Setting & Capacity: 20-bed 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.

Specialized Modalities & Advanced Therapies: CRRT via Prismaflex platforms.

Neurological monitoring: External Ventricular Drains (EVD), ICP monitoring, and targeted temperature management (Arctic Sun).

Advanced mechanical ventilation: ARDS protocols, weaning trials, assist with chest tube insertion/removal, and endotracheal tube maintenance. Mechanical circulatory support: care of post-CABG, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), and Impella devices.

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 ischemic/hemorrhagic stroke (CVA), subdural hematomas (SDH), traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord trauma, and post-craniotomy recovery. Critical pharmacology: titration of multiple continuous IV vasopressors, inotropes, sedatives, analgesics, and paralytics. Invasive vascular line management: arterial line monitoring, central venous lines, and PICC lines.

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 Nights: 19:00 – 07:00). ⚡ 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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