Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position at a Level 1 Trauma facility, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and EVD experience.

Details

• 32-bed Neuro ICU within a Level 1 Trauma acute care hospital setting, affiliated with the world's largest neurological disease treatment and research institution
• Patient population includes critical care patients with neurological diagnoses; common cases include craniotomies, brain tumor removal and ablations, brain biopsies, complicated spine surgeries, and scoliosis repair
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2 in the Neuro ICU; ratio increases to 4:1 when floating to telemetry
• Phillips monitors and ventilators are in use on the unit
• Respiratory therapy and pharmacy support available 24/7
• Charting is performed in Cerner
• 12-hour day shifts (7am–7pm)
• 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week period
• Holiday coverage follows core staff rotation
• Floating is required to all ICU floors and telemetry units; travelers are first to float
• May be placed on standby for a scheduled shift

Requirements

• Active AZ or Compact (NLC) RN license required; pending licenses will not be accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; pending certifications will not be accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience in a large hospital (450+ beds) required
• Level 1 Trauma center experience required
• EVD (external ventricular drain) experience required
• Strong neuro assessment skills and ICP monitoring experience required
• 3–6 months of prior travel nursing experience required
• Driver's license required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, each including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; driver's license is used to verify permanent address

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to neurological patients, including neuro assessments and ICP monitoring
• Orientation consists of 2 shifts on the floor
• All RN travelers must complete a SIMs Lab covering Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes; SIMs Lab is pass/fail and competency in sterile field technique is essential
• A pass/fail exam on sterile technique is administered on Day 1 of orientation
• A Relias Dysrhythmia (DYS) exam must be passed prior to offer confirmation; candidates have 2 attempts
• Additional orientation modules cover lifts, restraints, and wound care (educational, not pass/fail)
• Steel grey scrubs are required for Neuro floors
• Natural hair color and no facial piercings are required; men must be clean-shaven for fit testing
• Candidates must have access to their own vehicle
• Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates previously employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position, as prior travel experience is required