Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,693 per week in Roanoke, VA

Job Title: RN ICU (Neuro) Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: ICU Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: 1 year License: Active RN license required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Must-Have: Previous neuro experience is required. Experience in CVA and acute stroke management, managing external ventricular drains, and hypothermia protocol.

Job Title: RN ICU (Neuro) Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: ICU Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: 1 year License: Active RN license required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Must-Have: Previous neuro experience is required. Experience in a large facility is required. Proficient in cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and management of dysrhythmias. Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care. Ability to manage ports and arterial lines. Experience with medications such as continuous IV paralytics, continuous IV sedation, and emergency medications. Experience in CVA and acute stroke management, managing external ventricular drains, and hypothermia protocol. Familiarity with ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, post-craniotomy, and post-neurosurgery management. Experience assisting with BiPAP/CPAP management, care of ventilated patients, and suctioning procedures. Description: The RN will work in the ICU specializing in neuro care. The RN shall manage patients with stroke, neurosurgery, and other neuro-specific diagnoses. Ratios will be 1 nurse to 2 patients. Special procedures include managing external ventricular drains and therapeutic thermoregulation. Floating to other areas may be required based on skillset. The RN must be available to work one holiday during the contract period. All requests for time off should be submitted upfront. Compliance documentation must be completed before the start date. Active licenses are necessary for this position. Candidates who reside within a specified distance may be considered local. This role requires adherence to strict clinical protocols and standards of care. The facility is recognized for nursing excellence and advanced specialty services.