Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – ICU travel assignment in Tulare, California. Start date: 08/17/2026. Duration: 8 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,361–$2,393 per week. Shift: 12-hour days, typically 3 shifts per week (36 hours). Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment. This role involves providing specialized nursing care in an ICU setting, coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,361–$2,393
- Contract duration: 8 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour days, 36 hours per week
- Start date: 08/17/2026
- Location: Tulare, California, United States
- Role type: Travel nursing in an ICU/critical care setting

Responsibilities
- Deliver coordinated nursing care for an individual patient or assigned group of patients in the ICU according to established standards of care and the nursing process.
- Assess patient status, monitor vital signs and responsiveness, and respond to changes in condition with appropriate interventions.
- Administer medications and therapies as prescribed, monitor for adverse effects, and document outcomes accurately.
- Supervise and direct activities of nursing staff across different levels on the shift, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient care delivery.
- Coordinate care with other disciplines (physicians, respiratory therapy, rehabilitation, and ancillary services) and communicate clearly to the care team.
- Maintain meticulous documentation, uphold patient safety, and exercise professional judgment and critical thinking in care planning and execution.

Requirements
- Current, active RN license in California (unrestricted)
- ICU or critical care nursing experience in a high-acuity environment
- Ability to perform nursing responsibilities in a fast-paced ICU setting and work 12-hour shifts
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
- Eligibility to work a travel assignment in Tulare, CA and start on 08/17/2026

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing coordination and onboarding assistance
- Ongoing clinical and administrative support during the assignment
- Access to resources for scheduling, payroll, and onboarding logistics

Find more opportunities
If you’re open to other ICU-focused travel openings, apply and you’ll be redirected to Healthforce Healthcare LLC’s opportunities page. For additional travel nursing roles from this organization, visit https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.