Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Burlington, VT
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,660/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration14 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
An Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) is needed in a healthcare facility in the specified location. This assignment is for a 16-26 week period, primarily working night shifts. The position involves floating within the ICU and related units, providing critical patient care for individuals with complex medical needs.
Job Details
- Position Description: Assignment for 16-26 weeks. Rates are tiered based on mileage measured by direct line, not driving distance. Travel (101 miles+), Radius (51-100 miles), Local (50 miles or less). Travelers must work 2 out of the 4 holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Day.
- Specialty: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Shift Hours: 12 hours
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 36.0 hours
- Start Date: 11/02/2026
- End Date: 02/22/2027
- Required Qualifications: RN license, AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification. A minimum of 2 years of experience, experience in large teaching facilities, and recent Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system experience within the past 2 years. Prior travel experience preferred.
- Preferred Qualifications: CCRN certification.
- Additional Information:
- Experience with multi-system disease, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), vents, and multiple drips.
- Ability to start IVs, manage titrating drips, and provide critical vent care.
- Must be flexible with scheduling, including every other weekend and not on block schedules.
- Must have reliable transportation; vehicles should be equipped for winter conditions.
- No block schedules; bi-weekly orientations on Mondays.
- All employment gaps over 90 days must be explained.
- Must provide complete work history information including bed count, EMR, and facility type.
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.
About Burlington, VT
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Burlington, VT here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Burlington, VT is higher than the national average, with housing costs being a significant factor.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 75°F to 80°F, while winter lows range from 10°F to 20°F.
- Short-term rentals can be found in Burlington, VT, but availability may vary based on the season and demand.
- Burlington is relatively car-friendly, but it also offers public transportation options such as buses and a waterfront shuttle.
- Burlington, VT has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Burlington offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, arts and cultural events, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cruises on Lake Champlain, and access to the scenic beauty of Mt.
- Philo State Park.
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