Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,971 per week

Nexus Medpro Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Mount Airy, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel ICU Registered Nurse - Mount Airy, NC Up to $1,971/Week Nights

Nexus MedPro Staffing is seeking an experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel nursing assignment at a reputable healthcare facility in Mount Airy, North Carolina.

Position Overview

The ICU Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing care to critically ill patients requiring continuous monitoring, advanced clinical interventions, and complex medical management.

This position involves caring for patients with respiratory failure, stroke, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), gastrointestinal bleeding, congestive heart failure (CHF), pneumonia, and other critical medical conditions.

The ideal candidate will have strong Medical ICU experience, proficiency in cardiac monitoring, ventilator patient care, vasoactive medication titration, and rapid recognition of changes in patient condition.

Nurses must be comfortable working independently, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and floating between ICU and Stepdown units based on patient census and staffing needs.

Assignment Details

Location: Mount Airy, NC

Weekly Pay: Up to $1,971

Start Date: November 16, 2026

Duration: 13 weeks

Schedule: Nights, 3 12-hour shifts (6:45 PM-7:15 AM)

Hours: 36 hours per week

Weekend Requirement: 12 weekend shifts per contract

Floating: Required between ICU and Stepdown units as needed

On-Call: None

Setting: Medical Intensive Care Unit

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of ICU RN experience

Active North Carolina RN license or eligible compact RN license

Current ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and Stroke Life Support certifications

Meditech charting experience required

Experience with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3

Medical ICU experience

Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and 12-lead EKGs

Experience administering and titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips

Experience caring for mechanically ventilated patients

Knowledge of stroke management, respiratory failure, and critical care interventions

Ability to float between ICU and Stepdown units

First-time travel nurses may be considered if they meet the required clinical qualifications.

Unit Highlights

10-bed Medical ICU

Typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3

Adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient population

Continuous cardiac, pulse oximetry, temperature, and respiratory monitoring

Common diagnoses include DKA, stroke, GI bleeding, respiratory failure, CHF, and pneumonia

Self-scheduling based on unit needs

24 hours of unit orientation

Black scrubs required

Benefits

Benefits: 401(k), Dental Insurance, Paid time off, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Referral Program.

Apply Today

Apply with Nexus MedPro Staffing to be considered for this ICU travel nursing opportunity in Mount Airy, North Carolina.

Nexus Medpro Staffing 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.

About Nexus Medpro Staffing

Your career. Your goals. The right connection.

At Nexus MedPro Staffing, we believe finding your next healthcare opportunity should feel personal. We connect nursing, allied health, and other healthcare professionals with opportunities that align with their experience, career goals, lifestyle, and priorities.

Whether you're looking for a travel assignment, local contract, temporary opportunity, temp-to-hire position, or permanent role, our team is here to help you find the right fit.

At Nexus MedPro, you're more than a résumé or requisition number. We take the time to understand what matters to you-from your preferred location and schedule to your professional goals and the type of environment where you'll thrive.

From your first conversation through credentialing, onboarding, placement, and beyond, you can expect responsive communication, personalized recruiter support, and guidance every step of the way.

We value the different backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and perspectives that make healthcare stronger. We're committed to creating an inclusive experience where every healthcare professional feels welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Weekly pay
• Dental benefits
• Referral bonus
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan