Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job
Glendale, CA
Contracted
Adventist Health Glendale - Westways
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal ICU nursing role in sunny California with a dynamic travel assignment that places you at the heart of life-saving care in Glendale. As a Registered Nurse specializing in ICU, you’ll lead critical patient care for the most severely ill, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to stabilize, monitor, and advocate for patients and families during some of their most challenging moments. This opportunity begins on 04/13/2026, with flexible weeks and the potential for extension based on unit needs and your professional goals. Imagine delivering high-stakes care in a region known for innovation and opportunity, while also exploring the beautiful landscapes and vibrant communities that define California—from tranquil foothill neighborhoods to miles of coastline and thriving cultural scenes.
Location benefits go beyond a single site. You’ll be based in Glendale, a hub of medical excellence with access to cutting-edge facilities, strong hospital networks, and a welcoming, diverse community. The city combines convenient urban amenities with easy access to the iconic California outdoors, where you can unwind after shifts with scenic hikes, nearby beaches, and family-friendly attractions. For travelers who relish variety, there’s the option to work in multiple locations across the United States, gaining exposure to different patient populations, hospital cultures, and clinical protocols that sharpen your critical thinking, adaptability, and leadership. Whether you’re in a bustling metropolitan setting or a quieter regional hospital, you’ll experience unique clinical challenges and the satisfaction of making a measurable difference in patient outcomes.
Role specifics and benefits
- Core responsibilities: provide expert ICU nursing care for critically ill adults, including ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, vasopressor titration, invasive line care, and advanced symptom management; perform rapid assessments, implement evidence-based protocols, and coordinate with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and therapy teams; lead family communications, document meticulously in electronic health records, and ensure safety, infection control, and patient comfort at every step; participate in rounds, contribute to care planning, and advocate for timely interventions and compassionate, patient-centered care.
- Professional growth: take advantage of ongoing education and recognition opportunities within the ICU specialty, pursue relevant certifications, and assume increasing responsibilities through mentoring and leadership tracks. Exposure to diverse case mixes across locations supports accelerated skill development and career advancement.
- Competitive benefits: enjoy a competitive weekly pay range of $1,733-$1,829, with housing assistance to ease transition and relocation, and contract extensions that allow you to build continuity in your practice. A performance-based bonus program recognizes your impact on patient outcomes and unit efficiency.
- Comprehensive support: benefit from 24/7 company support while traveling, including staffing specialists available around the clock for assignment changes, credentialing support, and access to dedicated clinical liaisons to help navigate hospital cultures, policies, and procedures.
- Additional opportunities: flexible assignment lengths tailored to your availability, continued access to a broad network of healthcare facilities, and potential for site reassignments that align with your personal and professional aspirations.
Company values
Our organization is founded on empowering staff to grow while delivering exemplary patient care. We’re committed to cultivating a supportive work environment that values collaboration, continuous learning, and transparent communication. You’ll find mentorship from seasoned ICU clinicians, a culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, and a pathway for ongoing professional development that recognizes both skill mastery and leadership potential.
Call to action
If you’re ready to translate clinical expertise into transformative patient care, apply now to join a company that values your contribution and actively supports your professional development. This is your chance to impact lives, expand your ICU practice across varied environments, and advance within a community that honors dedication, resilience, and compassionate care. Ready to explore a new frontier in critical care nursing? Take the next step and seize this opportunity in Glendale, California, with possibilities that extend across the country.
Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Location benefits go beyond a single site. You’ll be based in Glendale, a hub of medical excellence with access to cutting-edge facilities, strong hospital networks, and a welcoming, diverse community. The city combines convenient urban amenities with easy access to the iconic California outdoors, where you can unwind after shifts with scenic hikes, nearby beaches, and family-friendly attractions. For travelers who relish variety, there’s the option to work in multiple locations across the United States, gaining exposure to different patient populations, hospital cultures, and clinical protocols that sharpen your critical thinking, adaptability, and leadership. Whether you’re in a bustling metropolitan setting or a quieter regional hospital, you’ll experience unique clinical challenges and the satisfaction of making a measurable difference in patient outcomes.
Role specifics and benefits
- Core responsibilities: provide expert ICU nursing care for critically ill adults, including ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, vasopressor titration, invasive line care, and advanced symptom management; perform rapid assessments, implement evidence-based protocols, and coordinate with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and therapy teams; lead family communications, document meticulously in electronic health records, and ensure safety, infection control, and patient comfort at every step; participate in rounds, contribute to care planning, and advocate for timely interventions and compassionate, patient-centered care.
- Professional growth: take advantage of ongoing education and recognition opportunities within the ICU specialty, pursue relevant certifications, and assume increasing responsibilities through mentoring and leadership tracks. Exposure to diverse case mixes across locations supports accelerated skill development and career advancement.
- Competitive benefits: enjoy a competitive weekly pay range of $1,733-$1,829, with housing assistance to ease transition and relocation, and contract extensions that allow you to build continuity in your practice. A performance-based bonus program recognizes your impact on patient outcomes and unit efficiency.
- Comprehensive support: benefit from 24/7 company support while traveling, including staffing specialists available around the clock for assignment changes, credentialing support, and access to dedicated clinical liaisons to help navigate hospital cultures, policies, and procedures.
- Additional opportunities: flexible assignment lengths tailored to your availability, continued access to a broad network of healthcare facilities, and potential for site reassignments that align with your personal and professional aspirations.
Company values
Our organization is founded on empowering staff to grow while delivering exemplary patient care. We’re committed to cultivating a supportive work environment that values collaboration, continuous learning, and transparent communication. You’ll find mentorship from seasoned ICU clinicians, a culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, and a pathway for ongoing professional development that recognizes both skill mastery and leadership potential.
Call to action
If you’re ready to translate clinical expertise into transformative patient care, apply now to join a company that values your contribution and actively supports your professional development. This is your chance to impact lives, expand your ICU practice across varied environments, and advance within a community that honors dedication, resilience, and compassionate care. Ready to explore a new frontier in critical care nursing? Take the next step and seize this opportunity in Glendale, California, with possibilities that extend across the country.
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
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.
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