Travel Nurse RN - ICU/Critical Care - $1,941 per week in Charlotte, NC

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: July 3, 2025

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Charlotte, North Carolina, 28204! Pay Information $1,941 per week About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: ICU Neuro Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years in Neuro ICU License: NC or Compact license required at start Certifications: ACLS, BCLS, NIH Must-Have: Strong Neuro critical care background, minimum 2 years of experience in Neuro ICU, experience with stroke patients Description: This position is for a Neuro ICU unit. The unit will accept first-time travelers. Local candidates are welcome. The minimum years of experience required is 2 years in Neuro ICU. Candidates must have strong experience in Neuro critical care, not just general ICU. Stroke patients are one of the largest patient populations served. Skills required include: managing ventilators, starting IVs, interpreting dysrhythmias, managing dysrhythmias, administering blood products, caring for central lines, providing continuous IV sedation, managing CVA and acute stroke cases, operating external ventricular drains, monitoring ICP, post-neurosurgery management, caring for ventilated patients, and using isolation precautions and PPE. Experience with lumbar drains is also necessary. The unit observes a ratio of 2:1, which may flex to 3:1 during high census. The average daily census is 11-12 patients. Weekend work is required every other weekend. The unit is a comprehensive stroke center and handles a variety of patient diagnoses. Equipment used in the unit includes EVDs, lumbar drains, and ICP monitoring systems. Candidates must pass EKG testing prior to starting. No RTO is allowed during the first week of the assignment due to orientation. Traveling nurses may float within the hospital based on patient care needs. References from previous employers are highly preferred at the time of submission. 27834906EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt to varying healthcare contexts. Advocating for patients from diverse backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in various healthcare settings. Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options. Stand out in the competitive healthcare field by showcasing a resume filled with varied experiences in different regions and healthcare settings. Employers value the adaptability and resilience gained through travel nursing. Working with diverse patient populations and teams hones your emotional intelligence. Understanding and navigating different emotions becomes crucial in providing compassionate patient care.

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