- Specialty
- ICU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 09/28/2026
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 & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
An ICU Registered Nurse (RN) position is available in Lexington, NC. This role involves providing care for critically ill patients with conditions such as ARDS, sepsis, COPD, DKA, and stroke. The nurse will work in a 16-bed intensive care unit within a teaching system, supporting a diverse patient population with a focus on critical thinking and advanced clinical skills.
Job Details
- Position Description: ICU RN supporting a 16-bed unit with an average daily census of 10 patients, including MICU-type patients, with a RN-to-patient ratio of 2:1.
- Required Qualifications: RN license, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications, 2+ years of ICU experience preferred, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS recommended.
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Support within the department includes CNA assistance, patient care duties such as ADLs, transport, and some reception duties. The unit features advanced technology including EMR, Alaris IV pumps, GE monitors, and equipment such as Bair Hugger and Verathon Bladder Scanner. Orientation is 2 days departmental. The unit culture values strong, experienced nurses willing to mentor new grads.
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 #1306967. 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: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
You 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.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus