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Start Date: October 5, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Weekend night shift rotation every 4 weeks; weekend shifts consist of Friday and Saturday nights (Sunday is not considered a weekend shift); block scheduling is not guaranteed
Highlights:
- Neuro ICU specializing in stroke care, neurosurgery, traumatic brain injury, and complex neurological conditions
- Patient ratio estimated at 1:1 to 1:2 for high-acuity neuro patients
- Epic EMR experience required; comprehensive interdisciplinary support including rapid response teams, pharmacy, and lift teams
- Advanced neuro monitoring including EVD, ICP monitoring, and EEG capabilities
- Bedside procedures include tracheostomy, PEG tube placement, central line and arterial line insertion
- Floating required to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of Neuro ICU nursing experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience required
- Valid RN license (Compact or Ohio state license in hand at time of submission)
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA certifications only)
- Proficiency in IV starts, telemetry monitoring, ventilator management, and intracranial pressure monitoring
- Experience with arterial lines, central lines, continuous IV sedation, vasoactive drips, and blood product administration
- Competency in care of ventilated patients, CVA/acute stroke management, post-craniotomy care, and traumatic brain injury
- Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Nursing degree from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- Two professional references required (at least one from a manager/director or formal leadership position)
- Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work in a specialized Neuro ICU environment caring for a diverse patient population including stroke, neurosurgery, and critically ill neurological patients. You'll utilize advanced skills in neuromonitoring, ventilator management, and complex critical care while being supported by a robust interdisciplinary team. This role is ideal for experienced neuro critical care nurses seeking to advance their expertise in a high-acuity setting with state-of-the-art technology and comprehensive support services.
Additional Information:
- Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date
- Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed urgently upon contract signing
- Candidates currently living outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to Ohio for fingerprinting
- Pre-approved time off available (maximum two requests)
- Parking permits available through facility vendor with various pricing options
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- Former employees eligible if away from facility for 6+ months
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