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Travel Neuro ICU RN - $2,095 per week

American Traveler

  • Winston-Salem, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • $2,095 Per Week

Highlights

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring 2 years of critical care experience and advanced neurological monitoring skills. Provide critical care nursing to neurological and neurosurgical ICU patients, including stroke, seizure, and TBI management.

Numbers & Facts

LocationWinston-Salem, NC

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Neuro ICU
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/30/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring 2 years of critical care experience and advanced neurological monitoring skills.

Details

  • 26-bed Neuroscience and Surgical ICU (NSICU) within a comprehensive stroke center
  • Cares for neurological and neurosurgical critical care patients including stroke, ICP, seizure, and TBI cases
  • Staffing ratios of 2:1, occasionally 3:1
  • Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45-7:15)
  • Floating required to other ICUs and intermediate units
  • Every other weekend required
  • Uses EVD management, ventilator management, Zoll temperature management/Arctic Sun, and PCAs
  • EMR: EPIC; medication system: Pyxis; communication: SBAR
  • Per unit needs scheduling, no block scheduling
  • 24-hour orientation period

Requirements

  • Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
  • BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant RN experience required
  • Minimum 1 year of travel nursing experience required
  • Experience with ICP monitoring, ventilator management, and telemetry required
  • Skilled in CVA/acute stroke management, hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun, lumbar drains, and post-neurosurgery management
  • Experience with arterial line management, central line care, and blood product administration
  • Proficient in titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
  • Experience with continuous IV sedation and procedural sedation monitoring
  • Must pass EKG testing prior to start
  • Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required (pending acceptable at submission)

Additional Information

  • Provide critical care nursing to neurological and neurosurgical ICU patients, including stroke, seizure, and TBI management
  • Responsible for titrating drips and managing invasive equipment in a high-acuity setting
  • Scrubs not provided; navy blue, white, or a combination of both required
  • Pre-start and annual online learning modules required (approximately 8-10 hours for acute care roles)
  • Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
  • Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved if not on a holiday; no RTO permitted during the first week of assignment
  • Travel pairs allowed if on different units and disclosed at submission
  • First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
  • Local candidates accepted within 50 miles at a reduced rate
  • Former Novant Health or New Hanover employees must wait 12 months before reapplying and disclose prior employment details

American Traveler Job ID #P-781399. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Neuro ICU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

 

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