Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position at a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated hospital, requiring prior neuro experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Neuro ICU unit caring for patients with stroke, neurosurgery, neuro-specific diagnoses, and complex spine conditions
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Specialized procedures include external ventricular drains (EVDs) and therapeutic thermoregulation
• Epic EMR experience required
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• Floating required within skillset
• One holiday must be worked per 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active VA state RN license or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted only for candidates holding a single-state license from a non-compact state
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Prior neuro ICU experience required
• Large Level I or Level II facility experience required
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of Rapid Response and Code teams
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, central/peripheral line care, port access and management, arterial line management, and PICC line management
• Experience managing continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade, continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, and titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Neuro-specific skills: CVA/acute stroke management, EVD management, hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun, ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, post-craniotomy, and post-neurosurgery care
• Respiratory skills: ventilator management, care of ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP management, and ETT/NT suctioning
• Two professional references required for consideration
• PDF copies of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• This is a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center and primary teaching hospital affiliated with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
• 703 licensed beds; one of the largest acute care facilities in Virginia
• Nationally recognized for advanced cardiac care and comprehensive specialty services
• Local candidates are accepted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• All time-off requests must be submitted at the time of application