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ICU | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareNorfolk, VATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 9, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$57.64
Weekly
$2,075
Yearly (full-time)
$107,900
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
November 9, 2026

This job pays about $57.64/hour — 28% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia ($45.00/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.

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Job description

Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Vascular ICU, Burn & Trauma | Norfolk, VA

Join a high-acuity critical care team as a Travel ICU Registered Nurse providing expert bedside care in a Vascular ICU, Burn, and Trauma unit in Norfolk, Virginia. This 13-week travel nursing contract is an excellent opportunity for an experienced critical care nurse seeking a rewarding healthcare job in coastal Virginia.

Travel Nursing Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,130
  • Location: Norfolk, Virginia
  • Healthcare Setting: Vascular ICU, Burn & Trauma Unit
  • Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse contract
  • Start Date: November 9, 2026
  • Assignment Duration: 13 weeks, through February 8, 2027
  • Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.
  • Openings: 3
  • Work Arrangement: On-site acute care

ICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Virginia
  • At least 1 year of recent ICU or critical care nursing experience
  • Experience caring for high-acuity vascular, burn, trauma, or critically ill patients preferred
  • Current required clinical certifications and credentials for critical care nursing practice
  • Ability to work 12-hour night shifts in an on-site acute care environment

ICU Nurse Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in a vascular, burn, and trauma setting
  • Assess patient conditions, recognize changes in status, and implement timely critical care interventions
  • Administer medications and therapies safely while monitoring patient responses
  • Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate treatment plans
  • Manage complex patient monitoring, clinical documentation, and communication for high-acuity patients
  • Support patient and family education throughout the course of care
  • Maintain a safe, organized, and compassionate environment for patients and their families

Apply now to join this critical care nursing team and explore a rewarding travel RN opportunity in Norfolk, Virginia. Enjoy a vibrant coastal city known for its waterfront, historic neighborhoods, cultural attractions, and easy access to the Chesapeake Bay.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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