ICU Travel Nurse Job in Palo Alto, CA | Days (3x12)
Stanford Health Care
Palo Alto, CA
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Travel RN
ICU Nurse in Palo Alto, CA
Weekly Pay
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$2,799
Specialty
ICU
Travel · RN
Shift
Days
3×12 hrs
Start Date
09/07
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This ICU travel nurse job in Palo Alto, California, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Stanford Health Care. This role pays $2,799 per week and follows a Days shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Stanford Health Care
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Location: Palo Alto, CA 94303 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Days (3x12)
Responsibilities
- Manage critically ill patients requiring continuous hemodynamic monitoring and frequent reassessment
- Titrate vasoactive, sedation, and other high-alert drips as ordered and per facility protocol
- Care for mechanically ventilated patients and manage critical care devices, including arterial and central lines
- Respond to clinical deterioration and participate in codes and rapid responses
Travel ICU Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent ICU experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by California and national regulatory bodies.
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FAQs – ICU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Palo Alto, CA
Are there other ICU travel nursing jobs near Palo Alto, California?
Yes! Advantis Medical frequently staffs ICU travel RN jobs in nearby areas. For your convenience, our similar jobs are sorted by distance so you can quickly review jobs that are close by.
If more than one contract looks like a fit, selecting “I’m Interested” on multiple assignments can give you more options to discuss with your recruiter.
What certifications are required for this ICU travel nurse position?
Every ICU travel nurse position will require Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). If you’re heading to a neuro or stroke unit, you’ll also need NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS). Certifications like CCRN and PALS can be required in specialized units—and they’re always great to have to open up more opportunities. Simply click "I’m Interested" to connect with a recruiter who can walk you through exactly what’s needed for this role.
What kind of critical care experience is preferred for travel ICU jobs?
Facilities generally look for at least 2 years of recent critical care experience and confidence caring for complex or unstable patients. Experience with ventilators, titratable medications, hemodynamic monitoring, and the specific ICU population may be requested depending on the assignment. Click “I’m Interested” to connect with a recruiter about assignment-specific requirements.
Will my multistate nursing license cover this California travel assignment?
No—California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so a multistate license from another state doesn’t authorize practice here; you’ll need an active California RN license. Apply for licensure by endorsement through the California Board of Registered Nursing and plan ahead—eligible endorsement applicants may also apply for a temporary license while the permanent application is pending. Our California Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.
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Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Licensing in California
Single-state license required. California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so you'll need a state-specific license. Our licensing team handles endorsement and renewals for you.
See the California Licensing Center →
Explore Palo Alto, CA
In a dense band of clinics and hospital campuses up the San Francisco Peninsula, Palo Alto, CA sits among some of the region's busiest sites. Outpatient MRI, ultrasound, and rehab centers thread through the surrounding towns. US-101 and I-280 run parallel down the Peninsula. El Camino Real links the towns in between, from Menlo Park just north to Mountain View south. Housing here runs very expensive, so travelers frequently commute in from farther down the Peninsula or across the bay, with Caltrain easing some of the drive. Stanford's campus and the Dish loop trail sit close by for a walk when the calendar clears. The corridor's appointment books run full from the first slot of the day to the last.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel ICU · Palo Alto, CA · $2,799 /wk