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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary: The ICU (Intensive Care Unit) is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) for a high-volume post-cardiothoracic surgery unit situated in a short-term care setting. The role involves providing advanced patient care for post-operative cardiothoracic patients, including those recovering from cardiac surgeries such as coronary artery bypass grafts, valve repairs, Ross procedures, and thoracic surgeries.

Responsibilities include titrating sedation medications and vasoactive drips, removing chest tubes and lines, mobilization, and recording daily weights. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of ICU protocols and be comfortable managing complex devices like ECMO, Impella, IABP, VADs, and continuous renal replacement therapy machines.

Job Details: Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: Valid Driver's License or State ID; completion of UHS Skills Checklist; submission of UHS employment packets including prior employment history; minimum of 1 year of ICU experience, with no minimum experience requirement; recent experience caring for post-cardiothoracic ICU patients.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with advanced cardiovascular devices such as ECMO, Impella, IABP, Heart Mate III, external VAD, and CRRT.

Additional Information: The RN will titrate sedation medications and vasoactives, perform line and chest tube removals, and care for a variety of critical cardiothoracic surgeries. Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) is preferred but not mandatory.

Submission Requirements: Candidates must provide a valid Driver's License or State ID, complete the UHS Skills Checklist, submit the UHS Submission Packet, and fill out the UHS Prior Employment Form.

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 Posted Date: 2026-11-05 Cross Country Job ID 1299925. 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