ICU Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Contract in Burbank, California

Join a rewarding ICU travel nursing assignment in Burbank, California, and care for complex medical, cardiac, and neuro ICU patients in a 38-bed intensive care unit. This California nursing job offers a 1:2 patient ratio, 12-hour night shifts, and access to Los Angeles attractions, diverse dining, and year-round sunshine.

ICU Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940-$2,040
• Location: Burbank, California
• Assignment Type: ICU travel nursing contract
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m.
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend, with approximately four weekend shifts during each four-week scheduling period
• Call: Not required
• Floating: May be required between like units or nearby sister facilities based on operational needs
• Holiday Coverage: Commitment to work three of five designated holidays may be required

ICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent ICU registered nursing experience
• Recent neuro ICU or significant neuro nursing experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers are not accepted for this assignment
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state; compact license must be in hand at submission when applicable
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Experience with electronic health record and electronic charting systems required
• Proficiency with ventilator management, arterial and central line care, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, dysrhythmia management, and acute stroke care
• Experience with advanced critical care equipment such as CRRT, IABP, Impella, or ECMO is strongly preferred
• Ability to provide two professional references covering at least one year of experience within the past three years
• Willingness to submit all requested time-off and scheduling needs before assignment confirmation

ICU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill medical, cardiac, and neuro ICU patients
• Manage patients with acute stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, multisystem organ dysfunction, respiratory failure, and complex postoperative needs
• Monitor and care for patients receiving mechanical ventilation, BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow oxygen, continuous IV sedation, and vasoactive infusions
• Perform or assist with arterial line, central line, PICC, chest tube, EVD, ICP monitoring, and other critical care procedures within scope of practice
• Administer blood products, manage IV insulin protocols, interpret ABGs and dysrhythmias, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Support patients receiving CRRT, IABP, Impella, ECMO, and other advanced therapies when qualified
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rehabilitation, rapid response teams, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Maintain accurate documentation, follow infection prevention standards, and promote safe, evidence-based patient care
• Float to comparable units or nearby facilities as needed while maintaining high-quality care and professional standards

Apply now to join this ICU travel nursing team in Burbank, California, and advance your critical care career in Southern California.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.