Insight Global is seeking a local contract nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a local contract nursing job in Palo Alto, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 05/04/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days, nights
- Employment Type: Local Contract
Positions are available in Palo Alto and Pleasanton
-Palo Alto is night shifts working 3 12's
-Pleasanton is day shifts working 3 12's
A Brief Overview ICU Nurse:
The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient's family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
Education Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Able to communicate effectively In English.
Licenses and Certifications:
• CA-RN (Registered Nurse)
• Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
Positions are available in Palo Alto and Pleasanton -Palo Alto is night shifts working 3 12's -Pleasanton is day shifts working 3 12's
About Insight Global
Insight Global Health is a staffing company dedicated to empowering people. We support healthcare providers across the country for both local and travel job opportunities.
Benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Weekly pay
- Dental benefits
- Continuing Education
- Benefits start day 1
- 401k retirement plan
- License and certification reimbursement
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus