Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $74 per hour in Carmichael, CA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Carmichael
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Carmichael, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc. Pay: $74 per hour Shift Information: Nights Start Date: 3/17/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in carmichael, California, 95608! Registered Nurse - ICU – UHC Staffing Registered Nurse - ICU Location: Carmichael, CA Start Date: 03-17-2026 End Date: 06-16-2026 Contract Type: Travel Contract Shift Type: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM - 6:45 AM; every other weekend (EOW) required; rotating holidays; self-scheduled with manager finalization; travelers are often first to float between SICU and TICU Hours per Week: 36 Candidate Pay Rate: $74 per hour About United Health Care Staffing At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal. Roles & Responsibilities Deliver high-acuity critical care to surgical and trauma ICU patients with empathy and precision Manage ventilators, interpret telemetry/EKG strips, and provide ventilator-associated care Perform and support advanced therapies including CRRT, ECMO, and rapid infusions when indicated Care for postop vascular and thoracic surgical patients (CEA, fem-pop, EVARs, laparotomies) and complex trauma cases Collaborate in interdisciplinary rounds and coordinate care with intensivists, hospitalists, RT, pharmacy, and support teams Document accurately and efficiently in Cerner EMR, ensuring continuity of care and compliance Act as a reliable float resource across Sacramento facilities when census requires, putting patient safety first Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license — license to submit required Minimum 2 years of relevant nursing experience (ICU/critical care/telemetry preferred) Current ACLS and BLS certifications; NIHSS required TNCC and trauma experience preferred for TICU shifts Comfortable with ventilator management, EKG/telemetry interpretation, and high-acuity post-op care Ability to work rotating nights, every-other-weekend schedule, and float as needed Education Diploma/Associate of Nursing or BSN accepted (BSN not required) Knowledge & Skills Proficient in Cerner EMR charting and documentation Telemetry/EKG interpretation and arrhythmia recognition Ventilator management and critical respiratory care Experience with CRRT, ECMO, and line placement care Strong assessment, prioritization, and crisis management skills Teamwork and clear communication during interdisciplinary rounds and handoffs Benefits Guaranteed 36 hours per week to help you plan life outside the unit Supportive ICU team with experienced hospitalists and intensivists on site Flexible self-scheduling and opportunities for overtime and extra shifts Short, focused floor-specific orientation (1–2 days with a preceptor 12 orientation hours) Access to full ICU resources: RT 24/7, pharmacy support, resource nurses Professional growth working with high-acuity cases (CRRT, ECMO, vents, line placements) Licensure & certification assistance guidance (we'll help you show your best credentials) A team culture that values your expertise and encourages interdisciplinary rounds Travel Perks: Explore Carmichael, CA Explore the outdoors along the American River Parkway just minutes away in Carmichael, enjoy local parks like Ancil Hoffman and regional favorites such as Folsom Lake for boating and hiking. Take a quick drive into Sacramento for Old Sacramento historic district, farm-to-fork dining, museums and the State Capitol. Weekend escapes to Napa wine country or the Sierra Nevada (Lake Tahoe) are easy day trips — perfect for decompressing after a string of night shifts. Apply Now Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - ICU? Let's get you moving forward! Send your resume to or call us at today. Hashtags RegisteredNurseJobs ICUJobs CarmichaelCAJobs RNJobs CriticalCareRN TravelNurse HealthcareJobs NursingJobs UHCCareers MercySanJuan 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients from diverse backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in various healthcare settings. Each assignment introduces you to new colleagues, mentors, and professionals in the healthcare industry. Building a diverse professional network can open doors to future career opportunities and collaborations. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. 29390925EXPTEMP

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