Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,915 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The facility is seeking an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Lexington, Kentucky. This role involves providing specialized intensive care services within the hospital environment, focusing on patient stabilization, monitoring, and treatment for critically ill patients. The position offers an opportunity to work night shifts with a flexible schedule designed to meet clinical demands.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, no specific experience required beyond 1 year, located in or willing to commute to Lexington, KY
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in intensive care or critical care units is advantageous but not mandatory
• Additional Information: The role involves delivering advanced patient care typical of an ICU setting, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and collaborating with medical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Adaptability to night shifts and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential for success.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1283722. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit

About 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.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus