Job Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU – Travel – (ICU RN)
StartDate: 5/4/2026
Available Shifts: 12 N
Pay Rate: $1706.00 – $1812.00
Unit Information:
o Beds: 29
? Census? Average patients/day? 29
o Minimum Years of Experience required? 2 years in Adult ICU
o Will you accept a first-time traveler? Must have completed at least (1) 13-week assignment
? Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:
o Neuro ICU to include but not limited to ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, subarachnoid hemorrhage, traumatic brain injuries, seizures/status epilepticus, spinal cord injuries, EVD drains/ICP monitoring, post op Crani’s (straight from OR), IR (straight from procedure), TNK patients – 50% of administrations will be done on the unit vs. ED
o Some off-service Trauma or Medical ICU patients
? Patient Ratios:
o RN: 1:2; sometimes will be tripled, if patients have downgrade orders
o CNA – not consistently staffed on this unit
? Required Certifications:
o BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
? Skills required:
o Epic experience is required
o Management of external ventricular drains (EVD), intracranial pressure monitoring, Ventilator Management, Management to vasoactive drips, tracheostomy care, central line maintenance, post monitor TNK and IR
o CRRT is sometimes seen, and traveler could take this if competent
? Support within the Department:
o Supervisor
o Stroke Response Nurse
o Clinical Educator
o Charge nurse: free floating
o Phlebotomy: Nurse Draw
o RT 24/7: Yes
o Intensivist, 24/7: Yes, NP or PA is in-house for any emergency as part of the Neurocritical Care Team
o Pharmacist – shared pharmacy team after 2300
o PT/OT/ST – 7 days a week
o Case Management/Social Work
? Technology/Equipment:
o EMR: Epic – Required
o IV Pump: Alaris
o Med dispensing: Omnicell
o Monitors: Philips
o Unit specific equipment: Artic Sun (Targeted Temperature Management) – occasionally, Vigilance Monitor, CRRT, ICP Monitoring/EVD drains
? Floating: If yes, where?
o Adult Critical care units, as needed (MICU, STICU, Dixon Heart, CTICU)
o PCU 1:3 max ratio
? Orientation (facility and unit):
o NEO
o 2 days departmental – dependent on skillset and comfort level
? Scheduling:
o Weekend rotation: every other (Fri/Sat/Sun)
o On call? If so, what is that schedule? No call
o Holiday Expectations: Travelers will work 75% of holidays
o RTO: Manager approval
o Shift times: 12’s
o Schedule cycle: every 6 weeks
Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, ICU
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in the last 12 months
skills checklist within 12 mos
ICU reference within 12 mos
1 previous travel assignment
Facility Location
North Carolina’s largest city, Charlotte is a thriving metropolis housing the headquarters of some of the most important financial companies and businesses in the country. In addition to the energetic downtown area you will also find an abundance of outdoor pursuits and beautiful sights—take up bike riding or just wander through Latta Plantation Park while enjoying all of the natural sights and sounds.
Job Benefits
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:
- Competitive pay rates
- Free, quality, private housing
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:
- Competitive pay rates
- Free, quality, private housing
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
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