ICU Registered Nurse
Louisville, KY
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,130/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Location: Not Specified. This role involves providing advanced critical care to patients in a high-acuity intensive care unit. The position requires managing ventilator support, post-cardiac procedures, sepsis, ECMO, PEs, post-stroke care, and other complex patient conditions utilizing specialized equipment and technology.
Job Details
- Position Description:
The ICU RN will deliver specialized care within a 24-bed unit that includes ICU and step-down patients, with patient ratios of 1:1-3. Responsibilities include managing ventilators, trachs, tube feeds, chest tubes, titrating drips, DKA management, and more, utilizing critical care skills and equipment such as CRRT, balloon pumps, and telemetry monitors. - Required Qualifications:
Must possess BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, CPI certifications; relevant experience with intensive care patient types; valid license; ability to work shifts 06:45 AM - 07:15 PM, 06:45 PM - 07:15 AM; and at least 2 years of experience. - Support within the Department:
Includes a CNA/PCA per 8-12 patients, dedicated respiratory therapy 24/7, midlevel ICU providers, reception, charge nurse, phlebotomy, intensivist coverage 24/7, and telemetry monitoring. - Technology and Equipment:
Use of Cerner EMR, Plum 360 IV Pumps, Phillips monitors, CRRT, Artic Sun, balloon pumps, EKOS, Prenumbra, Pacer, and other specialized ICU equipment. - Support and Orientation:
Orientation of 1-2 shifts in the unit, facility-specific onboarding. - Schedule:
Night shifts, 12 hours, minimum of 36 hours per week, with flexible block scheduling and no on-call requirement. Holiday shifts based on unit needs, no weekend rotation more than every other week. Parking is free.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
Louisville, KY
About
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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