Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Charlotte, NC
Excite Health Partners
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Title: ICU Registered Nurse (ICU RN)
Facility: CMC Main: Nursing
Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift (36 hours/week)
Start Date: December 29, 2025
Assignment Length: 13 weeks (through March 31, 2026)

Job Description:
Join our prestigious Level I Trauma Teaching Hospital, equipped with 874 licensed beds and recognized for excellence in patient care. As an ICU RN on the Resource Team, you'll provide critical care for a variety of patients, including those with stroke, heart failure, respiratory illnesses, surgical trauma, SCI, and more. You will work in a fast-paced environment that requires expertise in various high-acuity situations, utilizing advanced equipment and protocols. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a Magnet-designated facility that prioritizes innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to critically ill patients in a high-acuity ICU setting.
• Manage complex patient cases involving ventilators, vasoactive drips, insulin infusions, chest tubes, and other critical procedures.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, monitor patient statuses, and respond swiftly to emergencies.
• Administer medications including IV drips, blood products, and fluids while following strict protocols.
• Provide specialized procedures such as trach care, chest tube management, IV start, and NG placement.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, RTs, residents, and ancillary staff.
• Document patient care accurately in electronic medical records (EPIC) and ensure compliance with hospital policies.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Licenses & Certifications (Required):

• Registered Nurse (RN) License in the state of North Carolina
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• NIH Stroke Scale certification (Resource Team requirement)

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience, preferably in a Resource Team/critical care setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation, ventilator management, and high-flow oxygen therapy.
• Comfort working with vasoactive drips, insulin, and other IV medications.
• Ability to handle diverse patient populations with complex diagnoses such as stroke, respiratory failure, trauma, and GI disorders.
• Skilled in advanced procedures including chest tubes, trach care, PCA pump management, and NG tube management.
• Strong assessment skills and the ability to respond effectively in high-pressure situations.
• Experience with EMR systems (EPIC) and hospital equipment such as IV pumps (Alaris) and monitors (Phillips).

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher degree preferred.
• Experience working in Level I trauma centers or teaching hospitals highly desirable.
• Prior experience in high-acuity Stepdown or ICU units similar to a low acuity STICU.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to float within the South Charlotte region (Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Central Division) as needed, with travel time compensated if floating mid-shift.
• Ability to work 4 shifts per week, every other weekend rotation, with no on-call requirement but working approximately 75% of holidays.
• Must wear navy scrubs and have reliable transportation—free parking available.

Benefits & Opportunities:

• Competitive weekly stipend of $1,432.81 and taxable pay of $2,356.25.
• ASAP start with placement through March 31, 2026, offering stability and consistent schedule.
• Gain experience in a Magnet-designated facility, advancing your career in critical care nursing.
• Supportive team environment with 24/7 hospitalist, intensivist, RT, and ancillary staff.

Why Join Us?
This is your chance to work at a leading hospital committed to excellence and innovation in patient care. Expand your expertise, enhance your skill set, and make a difference when it matters most.

Ready to take your critical care nursing career to the next level? Apply now to join our dedicated team in Charlotte!