ICU RN
Lewiston, ID
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,394/weekOverview
- Start Date04/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
ICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) – Lewiston, ID | 13-week nights contract | Estimated $2,130–$2,250/wk.
Embark on a rewarding 13-week travel nurse assignment as an ICU Registered Nurse in Lewiston, Idaho! Join a dedicated critical care team providing intensive care for patients with heart attacks, strokes, trauma, respiratory failure/distress and other high-acuity needs. Lewiston sits along the scenic Snake River and offers outdoor recreation, a welcoming community, and a relaxed small-town atmosphere—ideal for travel nurses seeking both professional growth and life outside work.
Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130 - $2,250
- Location: Lewiston, ID 83501 (Lewiston, Idaho - Snake River area)
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 12, 2026 – July 11, 2026)
- Shift: 12-hour Nights (19:00 – 07:00) — ICU RN night shift
- Hours per Week: 36
- Employment Type: Travel Nurse, On-Site
Job Requirements / Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience (adult critical care preferred)
- Active RN license in Idaho or a multi-state compact RN license (must be attached to resume)
- ACLS & BLS certifications (American Heart Association) — please attach to submission
- Experience with ventilator management, hemodynamic/cardiac monitoring, titratable drips, and advanced life support
- Strong assessment, triage, and critical thinking skills for high-acuity patients
- Critical care certifications (e.g., CCRN) are a plus but not required
Responsibilities / ICU RN Duties
- Assess patient conditions and develop individualized critical care plans
- Provide advanced life support and emergency interventions for cardiac, respiratory, and trauma cases
- Monitor and interpret cardiac and hemodynamic data, titrate medications and drips per protocols
- Manage ventilators, assist with intubation support, perform suctioning, and adjust ventilator/IABP settings as needed
- Administer intravenous fluids, blood products, and complex medication regimens
- Assist physicians with procedures, implement physician orders, and document care accurately
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary critical care team to optimize patient outcomes
- Provide patient/family education, advocacy, and emotional support during high-stress situations
- Care for pre- and post-operative ICU patients and coordinate transfers when appropriate
Apply now: Submit your resume with RN license and ACLS/BLS (AHA) attached. Join our team of travel nurses and advance your critical care career in Lewiston, ID—explore one of Idaho's scenic healthcare job opportunities today!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare
Pros
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Cons
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About Lewiston, ID
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Lewiston, ID here's what you should know:- Lewiston's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 85-90°F, while winter lows range from 25-30°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Lewiston and can be found with relative ease.
- Lewiston is car-friendly, with easy access to major roads.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Lewiston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area.
- Lewiston offers a variety of restaurants, local art, and entertainment venues in the downtown area.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, mountain biking, swimming, fishing, and boating at Hells Gate State Park.
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