Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Castro Valley, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Neuro ICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Intensive Care Unit Neurological (ICU Neuro) specialty position located in a healthcare facility. This role involves caring for adult and geriatric patients requiring specialized neuro critical care, including management of neuro checks, ventilator management, and cerebral monitoring. The position is scheduled for days, with shift hours of 12 and a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting 10/05/2026 and ending 01/04/2027.
- Required Qualifications: Valid CA Registered Nurse (RN) license, ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, TNCC certifications, at least 2 years of neuro ICU experience, proficiency with Epic charting system, and neuro-specific skills such as neuro checks, ICP monitoring, and ventilator management.
- Preferred Qualifications: Certification in trauma nursing (TNCC), experience in Level I or Level II trauma centers, and additional community hospital experience.
- Float: May float to Emergency Department, Step Down Unit, or Central Monitoring Department.
- Additional Information: The position involves caring for patients with complex neurological conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, and post-surgical neuro patients. Candidates must demonstrate experience with advanced neuro monitoring equipment and protocols.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1311861. 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: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Neurological
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus