Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,971 per week
Nexus Medpro Staffing — Mount Airy, NC
$1,971/wk
Apply now- Specialty
- ICU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 11/16/2026
Job description
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
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 #NMP-A-0174. 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.
Your next opportunity is more than your next assignment. Let’s find the right connection.
Learn more at www.nexusmedpro.com
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Weekly pay
- Dental benefits
- Referral bonus
- Vision benefits
- 401k retirement plan