Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,316 per week in Weirton, WV

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Weirton
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Weirton, WV Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,316 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Weirton, West Virginia, 26062! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty: Combination ICU Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12H Nights Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum of 3 years of ICU experience License: Active nursing license required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: Must have 3 years of ICU experience Must have balloon pump experience Must be comfortable with vent management and drip titration Description: Unit has a 50-mile radius rule. Nurse to patient ratio is 1:2-3 (1:5/6 when floated to IMC). Common diagnoses include respiratory distress, post-arrest, acute myocardial infarction, balloon pump management, vent patients, and those needing vasopressor support. Nurses are required to titrate drips including vasopressors, Levo, Neo, Epi, Nitro, and Heparin. There is a charge nurse on each shift who takes a full patient assignment. Patient care techs are scheduled from midnight to 7 PM and are not available in-house 24/7. No hospitalist or intensivist is in-house 24/7. Respiratory therapy is available 24/7 and assigned to multiple units. Nurses are expected to troubleshoot equipment, while respiratory therapists manage all respiratory equipment. Nurses must read and interpret telemetry strips as there are no tele/monitor techs on the unit. Shifts are from 7 PM to 7 AM, with a four-week schedule allowing staff to create their ideal schedule. Weekend requirements include every other weekend, and holiday rotation may be required. Travelers may float to any inpatient unit and are the first to float if necessary. Dress code is navy blue scrubs. There is a general orientation and a day with a preceptor for training. This unit is not closed, and primary physicians manage patient care. The charting system is Cerner. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing 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. Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with pride, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of each assignment. The sense of adventure and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a distinctive dimension to your career. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. If you have a sense of adventure, travel nursing provides the opportunity to explore different cities, states, or even countries. You can immerse yourself in new environments and enjoy diverse landscapes and recreational activities. Travel nurses may benefit from tax advantages such as housing stipends and per diems, helping them maximize their income and financial stability. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29157714EXPTEMP

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