Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job
Glendale, CA
Contracted
Adventist Health- Glendale
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal ICU nursing role as a Registered Nurse on a dynamic travel assignment in Glendale, California, where your expertise will directly impact patient lives during high-stakes moments while you expand your clinical horizons. In this position you’ll blend expert assessment, precise ventilator and hemodynamic management, rapid response, and compassionate care to support critically ill patients and their families. You’ll work with expert teams in a fast-paced environment that challenges you to grow, innovate, and elevate standard of care. This opportunity is not only a career move; it’s a chance to contribute to life-changing outcomes in a setting that celebrates skill, resilience, and professional ambition. California’s sunlit days, diverse communities, and vibrant culture provide a backdrop where dedication to patient care meets the richness of a remarkable lifestyle. Glendale offers a gateway to a region known for medical excellence, educational resources, and a community that values every nurse’s voice in shaping better health outcomes. Beyond the specific assignment, there is the potential to work in various locations across the United States, gaining exposure to different hospital cultures, patient populations, and clinical challenges that sharpen your ICU competencies and broaden your professional footprint.
California’s beauty deserves its own note. From the serene coastline to the majesty of mountains and deserts, this state invites exploration during downtime. In your travels, you can discover pristine beaches, dramatic redwood and Sierra ranges, world-class dining in vibrant urban centers, and wine country landscapes that inspire balance between demanding shifts and restorative moments. The region surrounding Glendale is a thriving hub of medical innovation, education, and community engagement, with opportunities to connect with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and specialties. For those who crave variety, travel assignments may place you in other California locations or across the country, offering exposure to different care models, patient demographics, and clinical protocols, all while maintaining the continuity of your professional trajectory.
Role specifics and benefits: As an ICU Registered Nurse on assignment, you’ll lead patient assessments, monitor acute physiologic changes, titrate vasoactive drips, manage invasive lines and devices, and collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based interventions. You’ll lead code response efforts, participate in care rounds, and ensure meticulous documentation and adherence to evolving best practices and hospital policies. The role emphasizes critical thinking, meticulous infection control, and rapid escalation when patient status changes. You’ll have opportunities for professional growth through ICU subspecialty exposure, certification support, and mentorship programs that value your initiative and curiosity. Our compensation approach is designed to be competitive and transparent, with added incentives that reflect your expertise, including a welcome bonus, housing assistance, and extension opportunities that recognize your dedication and reliability.
Support for travel nurses is comprehensive. You’ll receive 24/7 assistance from a dedicated support team while you’re traveling with the company, ensuring smooth onboarding, credentialing coordination, assignment changes, and access to resources whenever you need them. We’re committed to facilitating a seamless experience so you can focus on clinical care, team collaboration, and your own well-being. In addition to clinical and logistical support, you’ll have access to continuing education opportunities, skill-building workshops, and leadership pathways designed to empower you to advance within the specialty of critical care nursing. The inclusive environment is shaped by a philosophy of empowerment, mentorship, and appreciation for the vital role you play in patient outcomes.
Company values: Our organization is grounded in empowering dedicated professionals to achieve their highest potential while maintaining a supportive, collaborative culture. We believe in recognizing contributions, promoting internal growth, and providing the resources needed for nurses to advance—from skill advancement in focus areas of critical care to expanding into leadership and education roles. You’ll be part of a community that values clinical excellence, compassionate patient care, and a team-oriented approach that prioritizes safety, wellness, and professional development. You’ll find a transparent feedback loop, constructive performance conversations, and a culture that celebrates initiative, curiosity, and resilience in the face of complex clinical scenarios.
Call to action: If you’re ready to apply your ICU expertise in a challenging, rewarding travel assignment with a company that truly values your contributions and professional development, begin your journey with us. Start date for this assignment is 03/16/2026, with flexible duration in weeks and the possibility of extension based on performance and patient needs. Weekly pay ranges from $1,835 to $1,962, with hours and totals that will be confirmed during the hiring process. Guaranteed hours are listed as 0.0, reflecting the variable nature of travel assignments, but you can expect consistent opportunities to deliver high-quality care and to advance your skills in diverse settings. If you’re driven to make an impact, to grow, and to experience the best of California while expanding your ICU repertoire, apply now and join a team that recognizes and rewards your expertise. Final compensation packages, including any extension opportunities, will be discussed during onboarding and recruitment.
California’s beauty deserves its own note. From the serene coastline to the majesty of mountains and deserts, this state invites exploration during downtime. In your travels, you can discover pristine beaches, dramatic redwood and Sierra ranges, world-class dining in vibrant urban centers, and wine country landscapes that inspire balance between demanding shifts and restorative moments. The region surrounding Glendale is a thriving hub of medical innovation, education, and community engagement, with opportunities to connect with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and specialties. For those who crave variety, travel assignments may place you in other California locations or across the country, offering exposure to different care models, patient demographics, and clinical protocols, all while maintaining the continuity of your professional trajectory.
Role specifics and benefits: As an ICU Registered Nurse on assignment, you’ll lead patient assessments, monitor acute physiologic changes, titrate vasoactive drips, manage invasive lines and devices, and collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based interventions. You’ll lead code response efforts, participate in care rounds, and ensure meticulous documentation and adherence to evolving best practices and hospital policies. The role emphasizes critical thinking, meticulous infection control, and rapid escalation when patient status changes. You’ll have opportunities for professional growth through ICU subspecialty exposure, certification support, and mentorship programs that value your initiative and curiosity. Our compensation approach is designed to be competitive and transparent, with added incentives that reflect your expertise, including a welcome bonus, housing assistance, and extension opportunities that recognize your dedication and reliability.
Support for travel nurses is comprehensive. You’ll receive 24/7 assistance from a dedicated support team while you’re traveling with the company, ensuring smooth onboarding, credentialing coordination, assignment changes, and access to resources whenever you need them. We’re committed to facilitating a seamless experience so you can focus on clinical care, team collaboration, and your own well-being. In addition to clinical and logistical support, you’ll have access to continuing education opportunities, skill-building workshops, and leadership pathways designed to empower you to advance within the specialty of critical care nursing. The inclusive environment is shaped by a philosophy of empowerment, mentorship, and appreciation for the vital role you play in patient outcomes.
Company values: Our organization is grounded in empowering dedicated professionals to achieve their highest potential while maintaining a supportive, collaborative culture. We believe in recognizing contributions, promoting internal growth, and providing the resources needed for nurses to advance—from skill advancement in focus areas of critical care to expanding into leadership and education roles. You’ll be part of a community that values clinical excellence, compassionate patient care, and a team-oriented approach that prioritizes safety, wellness, and professional development. You’ll find a transparent feedback loop, constructive performance conversations, and a culture that celebrates initiative, curiosity, and resilience in the face of complex clinical scenarios.
Call to action: If you’re ready to apply your ICU expertise in a challenging, rewarding travel assignment with a company that truly values your contributions and professional development, begin your journey with us. Start date for this assignment is 03/16/2026, with flexible duration in weeks and the possibility of extension based on performance and patient needs. Weekly pay ranges from $1,835 to $1,962, with hours and totals that will be confirmed during the hiring process. Guaranteed hours are listed as 0.0, reflecting the variable nature of travel assignments, but you can expect consistent opportunities to deliver high-quality care and to advance your skills in diverse settings. If you’re driven to make an impact, to grow, and to experience the best of California while expanding your ICU repertoire, apply now and join a team that recognizes and rewards your expertise. Final compensation packages, including any extension opportunities, will be discussed during onboarding and recruitment.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC 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.
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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.
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