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Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Healthforce by TLC·East Sonora, California

$1,874 - $1,947/wk·Contract·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

The Registered Nurse will deliver evidence-based ICU care for critically ill adult patients, involving meticulous monitoring, ventilator management, and leading rapid response teams when necessary. Responsibilities also include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care, administering medications, ensuring accurate documentation, and educating patients and families.

Step into a pivotal ICU nursing role in Sonora, California, where every shift places you at the heart of life-saving care and compassionate patient advocacy.

As a registered nurse specializing in the ICU, you will expertly monitor critically ill patients, respond to rapid changes, manage complex devices, and partner with physicians, therapists, and families to craft clear, hopeful care plans.

Your hands will steady ventilators, your assessments will guide interventions, and your calm leadership will lift a whole team through high-stakes moments.

This opportunity starts on 03/30/2026 and unfolds in flexible weeks, with a competitive weekly pay range of $1,874 to $1,947.

While guaranteed hours are not established, you’ll have the autonomy to align your schedule with your life and professional goals while delivering extraordinary patient care.

Beyond the bedside, you’ll join a community that values your expertise and your well-being, and you’ll feel the momentum of making a tangible difference, shift after shift.

California’s natural beauty is a constant backdrop—imagine stepping out of a shift into sunset views over the foothills, or planning weekend explorations to Yosemite, the Sierra Nevadas, or the historic charm of Sonora itself.

From lush rivers and redwood-adjacent trails to star-filled desert horizons not far away, the state offers inspiring places to recharge and reflect on the impact you’re making.

Location Benefits

Sonora is a welcoming gateway to the Sierra Nevada foothills, known for its friendly neighborhoods, safe streets, and a strong sense of community. You’ll enjoy access to outdoor recreation after demanding shifts—hiking, fishing, and scenic drives are easy to fit into a balanced schedule. The area blends small-town warmth with modern healthcare resources, giving you the chance to deliver high-quality ICU care in a setting that values collaboration and continuity of care. In addition, you may have the opportunity to work in various locations across the United States, exposing you to a range of hospital cultures, patient populations, and clinical pathways. This diversity sharpens your clinical judgment, expands your professional network, and opens doors to new certifications or leadership experiences. The region’s climate supports an active lifestyle, while nearby cultural events, farmers markets, and local cuisine add richness to your weeks off. Whether you’re drawn to quiet mornings in the foothills or weekend escapes to iconic California destinations, you’ll find a balance that sustains your energy for critical care.

Role Specifics and Benefits

  • Key responsibilities: deliver evidence-based ICU nursing care for adult and sometimes high-acuity populations; perform meticulous hemodynamic monitoring, arterial lines, ventilator management, and bedside ultrasound as indicated; lead rapid response and code team activation when necessary; assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care with precision; administer medications per protocol; ensure accurate documentation and handoffs; educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and expected trajectories; mentor and collaborate with fellow nurses, techs, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Professional growth: this role provides pathways to advance within the ICU specialty, with access to continuing education, specialty certifications, and opportunities to lead quality improvement initiatives. You’ll gain exposure to diverse patient scenarios—from post-surgical recovery to complex medical ICU cases—strengthening clinical judgment and leadership capabilities.
  • Competitive benefits: enjoy a competitive weekly pay range, plus a potential sign-on or performance bonus; housing assistance or stipends to ease transitioning to temporary housing; and the possibility of contract extensions based on unit needs and your performance.
  • Comprehensive support: benefit from 24/7 support from a dedicated traveler-care team, including travel coordination, credentialing assistance, and clinical onboarding. You’ll have access to resources designed to smooth the journey—from orientation to ongoing clinical support—so you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
  • Work-life integration: flexible scheduling and staffing models are designed to fit your preferences while maintaining high standards of care. Housing options, meal stipends, and wellness resources are part of the package to help you stay balanced while you’re on assignment.
  • Compassionate culture: the company is committed to empowering staff with transparent communication, mentorship, and opportunities to influence patient care processes. You’ll be part of a supportive environment where your knowledge, empathy, and curiosity are valued as essential to patient healing and team morale.
  • Hours note: as stated, hours and pay are estimates and may vary. This assignment emphasizes flexibility and responsiveness to patient census, with final compensation packages and guaranteed hours determined during the hiring process.

Company Values

We embrace a people-first ethos that centers your professional growth, safety, and fulfillment. We empower clinicians to advance through structured development paths, constructive feedback, and collaboration with leaders who listen. Our culture is built on respect, inclusion, and the shared belief that dedicated nurses deserve meaningful opportunities to expand their expertise, influence patient experiences, and build long-lasting, trusting relationships with colleagues and patients alike.

Call to Action

If you’re ready to bring your ICU expertise to a close-knit community in Sonora while exploring California’s unparalleled natural beauty and expanding your professional horizons, apply today. This is your chance to join a company that values your contribution, supports your development, and stands with you every step of the way as you shape the future of critical care. Your next impactful chapter starts here—click to apply and embark on a rewarding journey that honors your skill, resilience, and commitment to healing.

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About TLC Nursing Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

  • Why Travelers Choose HealthForce
  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Fast credentialing
  • 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
  • Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Candidates must be registered nurses specializing in the ICU, capable of expertly monitoring critically ill patients and managing complex devices like ventilators. The role requires collaboration with physicians and families to develop care plans, along with leadership during high-stakes moments.

  • Documentation
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Leadership
  • Patient Education
  • Quality Improvement
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Rapid Response
  • Ventilator Management
  • ICU Nursing
  • Evidence-Based Care
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring
  • Arterial Lines
  • Bedside Ultrasound
  • Code Team Activation

Posting details

Employment type
Contract
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$1,874 - $1,947/wk
Location
East Sonora, California
Posted
Mar 4, 2026
Closes
Jun 2, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Healthforce by TLC

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TypePrivately Held
Size501-1,000 employees
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Market context

California nursing roles remain highly competitive

California nursing roles often draw steady demand, especially for experienced RNs in procedural and critical care settings. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a California RN license, current BLS and ACLS, and recent ICU, ER, or PACU experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight relevant bedside and procedural experience in your application.

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