Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Merced, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, flexible
- Employment Type: Travel
ICU Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dedicated team in providing exceptional care to critically ill patients. The ideal candidate will have experience in an Intensive Care Unit and will be equipped with the necessary certifications and skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality patient care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
- Monitor and assess patient conditions, implementing appropriate interventions.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver optimal patient outcomes.
- Float to Medical-Surgical Telemetry and Telemetry floors as needed, taking full patient loads.
- Respond promptly to patient and family needs, ensuring compassionate care.
- Participate in department meetings and professional development opportunities.
Additional Information
- Unit: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with 20 beds
- Patient Ratios: 1 nurse to 2 patients
- Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; CCRN certification and basic critical care course preferred
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System: Cerner
- Strong IV skills are necessary
- Vents managed by Respiratory Therapy (RT) available 24/7
- Additional holidays will be required based on unit needs
- Comfort with the ABCDE bundle for critically ill patients is essential
Experience and Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in an ICU setting.
- Ability to manage complex medical conditions including but not limited to sepsis, DKA, hyperglycemia, COPD, and GI bleeds.
- Must be comfortable with full patient loads when floating to other floors.
Location Information
This opportunity is located in a region that is central to national parks, with outdoor sports and trails available at nearby lakes. The area boasts affordable housing and is conveniently situated within a few hours' drive from major cities such as San Francisco, Sacramento, Fresno, and Modesto.
Schedule and Availability
The position requires 12-hour night shifts, with rotations covering 2 weekends out of every 4 weeks. Holidays may also be required based on unit needs.
Application Process
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview following a review by the clinical team.
Thrive Staffing Job ID #19233200. 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.
