ICU

ICU Night Shift – Trauma, Neuro, Medical, Surgical

About the Role

The facility's mixed specialty ICU is seeking an experienced RN for winter backfill coverage (November 2, 2026 – February 27, 2027). You'll work nights, 3×12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), caring for high-acuity trauma, neuro, medical ICU, surgical ICU, and cardiac device patients.

Shift & Scheduling

• Night shifts, 3×12-hour format
• Every other weekend required

• Expect scheduling across 2 of 3 major holidays; 7 days of RTO approved outside blackout periods (Nov 22–30, Dec 21–Jan 4)
• 12-hour orientation included

Required Qualifications

• Current California RN license
• Minimum 2 years in urban, high-intensity, high-acuity ICU (trauma, neuro, medical, surgical, or cardiac device experience required)
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS (can be completed onsite)
• Travel experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years ICU experience
• CPI, TNCC, CCRN certifications
• Prior trauma ICU experience

Clinical Scope

You'll manage ventilated patients, titrate vasoactive drips, monitor ICP and arterial lines, interpret ABGs and dysrhythmias, assist with procedures (chest tubes, tracheostomies, external ventricular drains), administer blood products, and provide care for stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, acute kidney injury, and multisystem organ failure.

Requirements at Submission

• Valid CA license
• SSN and date of birth
• Certifications (ACLS, BLS, NIHSS)
• 2 supervisor references preferred

Contract Details

17 weeks | Oakland, CA | Parking provided