Job Opportunity – Neuro ICU Registered Nurse – North Carolina
Start Date: September 28, 2026
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 - 07:15), 36 hours per week. Every other weekend required. No call requirement. Flexibility to float as needed.
Highlights:
- Work in a Comprehensive Stroke Center with a diverse patient population including ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, craniotomies, aneurysm coiling/clipping, and post-neurosurgery patients
- Patient ratios typically 2:1, may flex to 3:1 during high census periods with average daily census of 11-12 patients
- Utilizes EPIC charting system with full interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
- Specialized equipment experience including EVDs, lumbar drains, Camino, LICOX, NICOM, and Arctic Sun
- Contract lengths flexible from 13+ weeks with orientation provided (24 hours over 2 shifts)
- Comprehensive benefits and professional development in advanced neuro critical care
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of Neuro ICU experience required (general ICU experience does not qualify)
- Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be accepted
- Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state license)
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Strong clinical skills including ventilator management, IV starts, blood product administration, central line care, continuous IV sedation, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
- Specialized neuro skills: CVA/acute stroke management, external ventricular drains (EVD), ICP monitoring, post-neurosurgery management, and lumbar drain experience
- Experience with isolation precautions and proper PPE use
- Must be comfortable with patient ratios up to 3:1 and floating requirements
- Arterial line management experience preferred
- Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work in a high-acuity Comprehensive Stroke Center where you'll care for one of the region's largest stroke patient populations while expanding your expertise in advanced neuro critical care. You'll be supported by a full interdisciplinary team and work with cutting-edge neurological monitoring equipment in a collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional patient outcomes. This role is ideal for experienced neuro ICU nurses seeking to advance their skills in a dynamic, specialized critical care setting.