Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
St. Louis, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position at a Magnet, Level I Trauma, teaching hospital, requiring a minimum of 2 years of neuro ICU experience and an active MO or compact RN license.

Details

• Night shift schedule (7p–7:30a), 3x12-hour shifts per week
• Option to work 36 or 48 hours per week
• Neuro ICU unit within a large, short-term acute care hospital (1,266 staffed beds)
• Patient population includes ischemic strokes (post-thrombectomy, post-tPA), hemorrhagic strokes, subdural/epidural hematomas, neurotrauma (GSW, MVC, spinal cord injuries), seizure disorders, neuromuscular disorders, and CNS infections
• 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Procedures include management of vasoactive medications, central lines, arterial lines, and ICP monitoring (EVDs and bolts)
• Additional procedures include CRRT, hypothermia/hyperthermia management, and spinal precautions
• Specialized equipment includes EVDs and bolt monitors
• Charting is performed in Epic; prior Epic experience required
• Every other weekend requirement
• Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
• No on-call requirement
• Block scheduling is not available

Requirements

• Active MO state RN license or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a neuro setting required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Preferred certifications/education: TNCC, BSN, and 10 hours of stroke education
• Must pass a Relias EKG exam; EKG interpretation and dysrhythmia management skills required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Former permanent employees of BJC facilities must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may work at BJC facilities for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required
• 10 hours of stroke education will be completed during orientation; NIHSS (if taken within the year) can satisfy up to 3 hours, and a new or renewal ACLS (if taken within the year) may also contribute hours
• Scrub color required: Navy Blue
• This is a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center and academic teaching hospital
• Monthly parking passes are available at various lots and garages near the facility; costs and availability vary by location