
ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Fargo, North Dakota
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Fargo, ND
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,240/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $62.22
- Weekly
- $2,240
- Yearly (full-time)
- $116,480
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $62.22/hour — 60% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Dakota ($38.81/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Dakota right now
- 167 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Dakota from 4 agencies, 45 of them in Fargo.
- Pay in these listings: $47.06 – $87.51/hour, median $62.78/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in North Dakota: $38.81/hour ($80,725/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($67.27/hour across 81 jobs).
Job description
This travel ICU RN role offers a unique opportunity to work in a large, Level 1 trauma hospital with over 250 beds in Fargo. You’ll be managing 1-3 critically ill patients across a variety of specialized units, including neuro, cardiac, trauma, and surgical. Your role involves titrating vasopressors, sedatives, and other drips, while performing bedside procedures such as RSI, line placements, and EVD insertions. The assignment emphasizes independent critical care management with the flexibility of calling in daily to determine your work location, floating among units as needed. Expect a mixture of 12-hour night shifts over 13 weeks, with orientation built into the first week to familiarize you with specific protocols and equipment. The role rewards your expertise in emergency procedures, ICU management, and familiarity with Epic charting, while giving you the chance to sharpen your skills in a fast-paced environment that truly values your experience.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Fargo typically features cool and crisp conditions, with mild to chilly days and occasional breezes. It’s a comfortable season for outdoor activities, with the landscape beginning to show signs of early fall charm.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Park & Nature Preserve: Enjoy walking trails, picnic spots, and scenic views along the river.
- Fargo-Moorhead Prairie Preserve: Explore the local prairie landscape with birdwatching and nature photography.
- Great Plains Performing Arts Center (Day Trip): Experience live performances, concerts, and cultural events.
- Nearby Otter Tail Lake (Day Trip): Relax at a serene lake setting, perfect for boating or fishing.
- Red River Zoo: Discover a variety of animals and learn about conservation efforts in a family-friendly setting.
Job Specifics:
Location: Fargo, North Dakota
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36 hours
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