Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU (MICU)

Location: Riverside, CA
Contract Type: Travel
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12 Nights, 3×12 Days
Pay: $2,516.40/week
Completion Bonus: $2,500 per contract (up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Job Description

ATC Healthcare is seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment in Riverside, California, within a Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU). This is a high-acuity critical care environment supporting complex, medically fragile patients requiring advanced monitoring, life-support interventions, and multidisciplinary care.

The RN will provide direct critical care services, manage ventilated and hemodynamically unstable patients, perform advanced clinical procedures, and collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams. This role requires strong clinical judgment, ICU expertise, and the ability to function effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct ICU-level nursing care to critically ill patients.
• Monitor hemodynamics, ventilators, and advanced life-support equipment.
• Perform continuous assessments and respond rapidly to changes in patient condition.
• Administer medications, drips, and complex treatments.
• Assist with and manage post-neurological intervention care.
• Perform and support procedures including:
  • Central lines
  • Hemodialysis access
  • Arterial lines
  • Wound care
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and care planning.
• Float to SICU, CVU, PCU, and ED holds (ICU patients) as needed.
• Serve as preceptor or charge nurse when assigned.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Uphold unit policies, safety standards, and clinical protocols.

Qualifications

• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Required: Greater than 1 year of ICU experience.
• Preferred Experience:
  • Neurological ICU
  • Trauma ICU
  • Cardiac ICU
  • Experience as a preceptor and/or charge nurse
• Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS
• Strong critical thinking, assessment, and emergency response skills.
• Ability to function in high-acuity, fast-paced environments.
• Positive, upbeat, and hardworking personality fit.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and weekends.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and dedicated recruiter support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.

ID: 980730