Embark on a transformative journey as a Registered Nurse in the ICU on a dynamic travel assignment based in Los Angeles, California. In this fast paced, life‑changing setting, your critical care expertise will directly influence patient outcomes, guide families through vulnerable moments, and elevate the standard of care across every shift. You’ll be part of a highly skilled ICU team where precision, compassion, and teamwork fuse to create the highest level of patient care. The assignment starts on 01/12/2026 for a number of weeks with the opportunity to extend and to explore additional assignments across the United States. Weekly pay ranges from $2,037 to $2,208, and while guaranteed hours are not set, your skills will be consistently valued and supported. This is more than a job; it’s a chance to shape critical moments, develop your practice in a renowned care environment, and advance toward the next step in your professional journey.

Los Angeles is more than a destination; it’s a mosaic of vibrant neighborhoods, world‑class entertainment, diverse culinary scenes, and accessible outdoor escapes. Working here means enjoying an environment that blends cutting-edge medicine with a rich quality of life: sunny days, coastal experiences, mountains nearby, and a thriving arts and cultural landscape. For traveling professionals seeking variety, there are also opportunities to expand your horizons across multiple U.S. locations, offering a spectrum of patient populations, health system cultures, and clinical challenges that accelerate growth and refine your skill set. You’ll have access to housing support, convenient commute options, and a community that values balance as you deliver high‑acuity care.

Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities: Deliver direct, evidence‑based critical care nursing to ICU patients, including advanced hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, infusion therapy, vasoactive medications, renal replacement strategies where appropriate, and rapid response to clinical changes. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and ancillary teams. Provide meticulous charting, recognize subtle shifts in patient status, and lead timely interventions to stabilize acutely ill or post‑operative patients.
- Professional growth: This role offers ongoing opportunities for specialization within the ICU, cross‑training in related units, participation in evidence‑based practice projects, and potential progression toward lead or charge nursing responsibilities as you demonstrate clinical leadership and mentorship to newer staff.
- Collaboration and communication: Drive integrated care through daily rounds, family updates, and interdepartmental coordination to ensure seamless transitions of care, discharge planning, and patient and family education. Contribute to multidisciplinary quality improvement initiatives and clinical best‑practice adoption.
- Benefits and support: Enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes a sign‑on bonus where applicable, comprehensive housing assistance, and options for contract extensions to suit your goals. Benefit from robust professional development resources, including continuing education credits, simulation labs, and access to clinical ladders that recognize expertise and leadership.
- Travel‑specific supports: Receive 24/7 support from a dedicated travel team, helping you navigate housing, licensing, scheduling, and any on‑the‑road needs. Our program is designed to minimize friction and maximize clinical focus, with streamlined onboarding and a responsive, patient‑centered care culture.
- Work–life integration: Benefit from flexible scheduling within the contract framework, access to wellness resources, and a community that understands the demands of critical care nursing. Your well‑being is treated as a priority, with resources to maintain balance while delivering exceptional patient care.

Company Values:
Our organization is built on empowering frontline nurses to advance their careers while maintaining a supportive, inclusive environment. We invest in your professional development, provide transparent pathways for growth, and cultivate a culture of mentorship and safety. You’ll be part of a team that believes in your expertise, respects your time, and partners with you to achieve clinical excellence and career satisfaction.

Call to Action:
If you’re ready to bring your ICU expertise to a dynamic, high‑impact setting and to expand your practice across diverse environments, apply today. This is your moment to join a company that values your contribution and accelerates your professional development while you deliver outstanding critical care. Begin your travel nursing journey in Los Angeles with opportunities to explore broader horizons across the U.S.—a place where every shift can advance your career and your life.

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

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

ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection
ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• 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
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.