American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Neuro ICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- 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: Aug 31, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Neuro ICU position at an academic medical center in St. Louis, MO, requiring 2 years of experience, strong neuro skills, and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Neuro ICU setting within a 356-bed non-profit academic medical center and tertiary care facility affiliated with a university school of medicine
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
- Required to work every other weekend
- Patient ratio of 1:1
- Floating required to ICU, TCU/PCU, and all hospital care areas, including the ED for admitted ICU and TCU/PCU holds
- Epic EMR required — experience is a hard requirement, not optional
- On-site parking garage available at no cost
Requirements
- Active MO or Compact RN license required
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Strong neuro skills required; formal Neuro ICU work history preferred but not strictly required
- Trauma Level I experience required
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Proficiency with Epic EMR required
- Skilled in neurological care including CVA/acute stroke management, EVD, ICP monitoring, hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun, post-neurosurgery management, spinal cord injury, and TBI
- Skilled in respiratory/thoracic care including ventilator management, care of ventilated patients, ABG interpretation, and ETT/NT suctioning
- 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Candidates residing within 70 miles of the facility are considered local and are not eligible for this position
- Travelers may not work at this facility for more than 1 cumulative year; a 6-month break is required before returning as a traveler
- Pre-start orientation modules are required and completed before the assignment begins; RN modules may take up to 5–6 hours
- Fit testing for respiratory masks is required — candidates must be clean-shaven to ensure proper mask seal; CAPRs and PAPRs are not provided or permitted, and no medical or religious exemptions are accepted
- Navy blue scrubs required
American Traveler Job ID #P-734823. 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: 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.