About this opportunity
Cross Country Nurses lists this Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,930 per week opportunity in lexington, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lexington, North Carolina.
Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/02/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
An ICU Registered Nurse (RN) is needed at a healthcare facility in Lexington, North Carolina. This role involves providing specialized intensive care to patients with complex and critical health conditions, including ARDS, sepsis, COPD, DKA, and stroke. The position offers an opportunity to work within a teaching hospital environment and contribute to patient recovery in a dynamic unit.
Job Details
Position Description: ICU RN with experience managing critically ill patients, including art line management, vasoactive medication titration, ventilator management and weaning (with respiratory therapist support), chest tube management, and critical thinking skills.
Required Qualifications:
RN licensure, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certification, 2+ years of ICU experience, strong critical care skills, and ability to work nights.
Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Additional Information: Support within the department includes CNA assistance, charge nurse responsibilities, phlebotomy, and resource nurse duties. The unit utilizes advanced technology such as EMR (EPIC), IV pumps (Alaris), and monitors, with additional equipment including Bair Hugger, Verathon Bladder Scanner, and Blanketrol machine. Candidates should be comfortable working in an environment with a mix of new and experienced staff, providing mentorship and confident critical care skills.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Start Date: 11/02/2026
End Date: 01/30/2027
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit
About Cross Country NursesYou care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
lexington, NC, 27292, US
Who can apply
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