GHR Healthcare is hiring: ICU | RN in Eureka

Overview

Travel ICU Registered Nurse Jobs – Eureka, California. Advance your nursing career with a high-demand travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) job in Eureka, California. Join a top-rated acute care hospital’s Intensive Care Unit, delivering critical care to adult and geriatric patients. This travel nursing opportunity offers competitive pay, professional growth, and the chance to experience the scenic North Coast of California, renowned for its Victorian architecture, vibrant arts, and proximity to the Redwoods National and State Parks.

ICU RN Job Details – Eureka, CA

• Location: Eureka, CA 95501 (Northern California healthcare jobs)
• Assignment Length: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Start Date: October 20, 2025
• End Date: January 19, 2026
• Setting: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) – Acute Care Hospital
• Shift: Night shifts, 4x10-hour shifts/week (19:00 – 05:30)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2080–$2230
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Charting System: Epic EMR
• Scrub Colors: Any solid color (Royal Blue or Navy preferred)
• Free parking available

ICU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted California RN license (required for California nursing jobs)
• Minimum 3 years of recent ICU nurse experience
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications
• Experience with Epic charting system preferred
• Ability to float between similar units and affiliate hospitals
• Willing to work 2 out of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year)
• At least 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of ICU employment within the last 3 years
• All time-off requests must be submitted with application

ICU RN Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to critically ill adult and geriatric patients
• Manage complex conditions: multisystem organ dysfunction, acute stroke (CVA), post-cardiac and neurosurgery, traumatic brain injury
• Perform advanced ICU procedures: arterial line management, ventilator care, central line management, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Interpret arterial blood gases and cardiac dysrhythmias
• Administer blood products and IV medications according to protocol
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (physical therapy, respiratory therapy, social services)
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic EMR
• Follow infection prevention and isolation protocols
• Float to other units or affiliate hospitals as needed

Benefits

• 401K with Matching
• Healthcare
• Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us: www.ghrhealthcare.com

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.