Travel Nurse RN - Neuro ICU - $2,251 per week in Columbus, OH

Skills: IV start and maintenance, telemetry interpretation and dysrhythmia management, ventilator management, intracranial pressure monitoring, central line and arterial line management, titration of vasoactive and cardiac drips. Adults with ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, subarachnoid hemorrhages, seizures, neuromuscular diseases (myasthenia gravis, Guillain-Barre syndrome), meningitis, and post-operative neurosurgery patients.

Job Opportunity – Neuro ICU Registered Nurse – Ohio

Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 36 hours per week, day/night rotation (rotating every 4 weeks based on unit needs), every other weekend required. Weekend shifts for night shift are defined as Friday and Saturday nights; Sunday is not considered a weekend night. Patient ratio of 2:1 across all shifts.

Highlights:

• Neuro ICU specializing in stroke, traumatic brain injury, post-neurosurgery, and complex neurological conditions
• Epic charting system experience required
• Exposure to advanced neuromonitoring including ICP monitoring, EVD management, and EEG
• Ventilator management, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, and bedside procedures including central line and arterial line management
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including PT, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and lift teams
• Travel assignment with potential for two pre-approved time-off periods

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Previous travel experience required
• Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license in hand at time of submission)
• Certifications: BCLS, ACLS, NIHSS (AHA certifications only)
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skills: IV start and maintenance, telemetry interpretation and dysrhythmia management, ventilator management, intracranial pressure monitoring, central line and arterial line management, titration of vasoactive and cardiac drips
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Willingness to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process urgently upon contract signing

Patient Population:

• Adults with ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, subarachnoid hemorrhages, seizures, neuromuscular diseases (myasthenia gravis, Guillain-Barre syndrome), meningitis, and post-operative neurosurgery patients
• Bedside procedures include tracheostomy, PEG tube placement, central and arterial line insertion, and EVD placement

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work in a cutting-edge neuro intensive care environment with exposure to the most complex neurological conditions and advanced monitoring technologies. You'll be part of a collaborative, well-supported team with access to comprehensive interdisciplinary resources, providing the highest level of critical care to patients with life-threatening neurological emergencies.

Additional Information:

• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Reference requirements: 2 professional references required, including at least one from a manager, director, or formal leadership role
• Former employees eligible after 6 months away from the facility; current employees ineligible for travel positions
• Parking options available with monthly or annual permits ranging from approximately $197-$225 monthly