Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $1,714 per week in Concord, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care
Location: Concord, NC
Agency: TalentBurst, Inc.
Pay: $1,714 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/3/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with TalentBurst, Inc. to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Concord, North Carolina, 28025!

Travel ICU RN – Concord, NC

Facility

• Location: Concord, NC
• Hospital Size: 457 licensed beds
• Trauma Level: Level III Trauma Center
• Specialty Centers:
  • Stroke Center of Excellence
  • Bariatric Center of Excellence
  • Chest Pain Center
• Radius Rule: Permanent residence must be more than 50 miles from the home unit.

Unit Details

• Unit: ICU
• Beds/Census: 40 beds (typically full)
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of ICU experience
• First-Time Travelers: Not accepted

Patient Population

• Mechanically ventilated patients
• Stroke and thrombectomy patients
• High-flow oxygen (OptiFlow)
• BiPAP
• Overdose patients
• EndoTool insulin management
• CRRT
• GI bleeds
• Some trauma patients

Nurse-to-Patient Ratio

• 1:1 to 1:3 , depending on acuity

Required Certifications

• Active RN license
• BLS
• ACLS
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Required Skills

Candidates should be proficient with:

• Critical care drips (vasopressors, insulin, sedation)
• Ventilator management
• Arterial and central venous lines
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Chest tubes
• Blood product administration
• Wound care and dressing changes
• General ICU patient management

Support Staff

• CNA
• Charge Nurse (24/7)
• Respiratory Therapist (24/7)
• Hospitalist (24/7)
• Intensivist (24/7)
• IV/Vascular Access Team
• Limited phlebotomy support (RNs perform most draws)
• No unit secretary/HUC

Equipment & EMR

• EMR: Epic
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Medication Dispensing: Omnicell
• Monitors: Philips
• Special Equipment:
  • Arctic Sun
  • Hemosphere
  • Belmont Rapid Transfuser
  • LifeFlow

Schedule

• Shift: 12-hour Days
• Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Weekly Hours: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Call: None
• Holiday Requirement: Work 75% of holidays

Floating

• Required within Region 1 and within scope of practice.
• Travelers must be willing to float to other regional facilities.
• If floating mid-shift, travel time between facilities is paid.

Orientation

• New Employee Orientation (NEO)
• 2 days of unit-specific orientation

Time Off

• Up to 6 requested days off may be approved (excluding holidays).
• Additional time may be added to the end of the contract if needed to meet contracted hours.

Additional Information

• Clinical Interview: Yes
• Scrub Color: Navy
• Parking: Free
• Unit Culture: Strong teamwork on both day and night shifts

Ideal Candidate

This position is best suited for an experienced ICU travel nurse who is comfortable with high-acuity critical care, ventilator management, CRRT, stroke care, invasive monitoring, and floating within the assigned region. Candidates must have prior travel experience and be flexible with weekends, holidays, and regional floating.

Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About TalentBurst, Inc.

TalentBurst Health  stands at the forefront of the healthcare and life sciences workforce marketplace. With a strong legacy of delivering exceptional value to some of the most respected organizations in the industry, we remain steadfast in our mission to fuel innovation and excellence through top-tier talent.

As we continue to grow, TalentBurst is rapidly emerging as the employer of choice for nursing professionals. We are proud to support the vital professionals who power these dynamic industries.

Our team excels in connecting clients with deep, specialized talent pools, solving complex workforce challenges, and elevating both our clients and ourselves as leading employers within the healthcare and life sciences communities.

The U.S. healthcare industry is the nation’s third-largest employer, accounting for over 14% of the adult workforce—and it continues to expand.

At TalentBurst, we are uniquely positioned to support this upward trajectory—empowering our clients and talent to thrive in an evolving landscape full of opportunity.

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