Travel Nurse RN - Neuro ICU - $2,155 per week in Charlotte, NC

Core competencies: ventilator management, IV starts, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, blood product administration, central line care, continuous IV sedation, CVA/acute stroke management, EVD and lumbar drain experience, ICP monitoring, post-neurosurgery management, and isolation precautions. Join a dedicated neuro critical care team at a comprehensive stroke center where you'll care for one of the region's largest stroke patient populations.

Job Opportunity – Neuro ICU Registered Nurse – North Carolina

Start Date: October 19, 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. Ratios typically 2:1, may flex to 3:1 during high census. Contract lengths from 13 weeks up to February 27, 2027.

Highlights:

• Work in a comprehensive stroke center specializing in complex neurological conditions
• Patient population includes stroke (ischemic and hemorrhagic), SDH, craniotomies, carotid procedures, aneurysm management, seizures, and myasthenia gravis
• Experience with specialized equipment including EVDs, lumbar drains, Camino, LICOX, NICOM, and Arctic Sun
• Epic charting system with interdisciplinary support including IV teams, PT, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and more
• 13-bed unit with average daily census of 11-12 patients; no call requirement
• 24 hours of paid orientation over 2 shifts

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of Neuro ICU experience required (strong neuro critical care background essential)
• Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be accepted
• Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state)
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale
• Epic charting experience required
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
• Core competencies: ventilator management, IV starts, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, blood product administration, central line care, continuous IV sedation, CVA/acute stroke management, EVD and lumbar drain experience, ICP monitoring, post-neurosurgery management, and isolation precautions
• Willingness to float within facility as needed
• Must be comfortable with 3:1 ratios during high census periods

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a dedicated neuro critical care team at a comprehensive stroke center where you'll care for one of the region's largest stroke patient populations. This specialty unit offers the opportunity to work with advanced neurological equipment and complex cases while being supported by a full interdisciplinary team. With structured orientation, predictable scheduling, and no call requirement, you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment.