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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 18, 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 EVD experience and a minimum of 18 months of Neuro ICU experience.

Details

• 32-bed Neuro ICU within a Level 1 Trauma, acute care hospital setting — part of a world-renowned neurological disease treatment and research institution
• Patient population includes critically ill patients with neurological diagnoses; procedures include craniotomies, brain tumor removals and ablations, brain biopsies, complex spine surgeries, and scoliosis repairs
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2 in the Neuro ICU; ratio increases to 4:1 when floating to tele floors
• Ventilator management is part of the role; RT and pharmacy support available 24/7
• Philips monitors used for telemetry
• Charting via Cerner EMR
• 12-hour day shifts (7am–7pm)
• 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week period
• Holiday coverage required, integrated into core staff rotation
• Travelers are first to float and may be assigned to other ICU floors or Med/Surg Tele and Tele units
• Standby (on-call) may be assigned for scheduled shifts
• Steel grey scrubs required for Neuro floors

Requirements

• Active AZ RN license or Compact (NLC) license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; pending certifications not accepted
• Minimum 18 months of Neuro ICU experience required (manager may consider candidates with less than 2 years)
• Experience in a large hospital (450+ beds) required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• EVD (External Ventricular Drain) experience required
• Strong neuro assessment skills and ICP monitoring experience required
• Competency in sterile technique, including Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
• Must pass the Relias Dysrhythmia (DYS) exam prior to acceptance (2 attempts allowed)
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years — both must include dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Valid driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to neurological patients, including those undergoing craniotomies, tumor resections, spine surgeries, and other complex neurosurgical procedures
• Candidate must permanently reside more than 50 miles from the facility; driver's license is used to verify permanent address
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year; candidates who worked PRN through an outside staffing firm will be considered
• All RNs are required to complete a SIMs Lab covering Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes — this is a pass/fail evaluation and sterile field compliance is strictly enforced
• A pass/fail exam is administered on the first day of orientation; a study guide will be provided in advance
• Floor-specific orientation consists of 2 shifts on the unit
• Charge nurse is present and does not carry a patient assignment
• Natural hair color and no facial piercings are required; men must be clean-shaven for fit testing
• Personal vehicle required
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position