Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lexington, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/06/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Apr 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU position in Lexington, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and proficiency in critical care skills including vent management and vasoactive medication titration.

• 16-bed ICU unit within a 96-bed community hospital that is part of a teaching health system and a primary stroke center
• Medical ICU patient population with common diagnoses including ARDS, sepsis, COPD, DKA, and stroke
• RN-to-patient ratio of 2:1 for ICU patients and 3:1 for IMC patients
• CNA support available on the unit for ADLs, transport, and receptionist duties
• Charge nurse, resource nurse, and respiratory therapy available 24/7; intensivist and hospitalist coverage 24/7
• PICC team available on-site during partial hours; no IV/VAT team
• EMR:
  Epic (experience preferred)
• IV pumps:
  Alaris; medication dispensing:
  Omnicell; patient monitors: GE
• Unit-specific equipment includes Bair Hugger, Verathon Bladder Scanner, and Blanketrol machine
• 12-hour day shifts with a 0645 start time, on a 6-week scheduling cycle
• Every-other-weekend rotation required
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating to Med Surg (4:1 ratio) required; ED float is resource-only with no patient assignment

• Active NC RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in arterial line management, vasoactive medication titration, ventilator management and weaning, and chest tube management
• Strong critical thinking skills essential
• 1 professional reference dated within the past year required, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

• Responsibilities include managing complex MICU-type patients with a focus on hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator support, and critical medication titration
• Unit culture is collaborative, with experienced nurses expected to support and mentor newer graduate nurses on the team
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Free parking available on-site
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• RTO requests require Resource Team approval
• Orientation includes facility NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• First-time travelers will be considered with demonstrated strong ICU experience
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Candidates previously employed in a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible

American Traveler Job  #P-683158. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - ICU

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.