Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
St. Louis, MO
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 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 at least 2 years of neuro ICU experience and a valid MO or compact RN license.

Details

• Night shift position, 4x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:2
• 13-week contract with the option to sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Neuro ICU setting within a short-term acute care hospital (1,266 staffed beds)
• Patient population includes ischemic strokes (post-thrombectomy, post-tPA), hemorrhagic strokes, subdural/epidural hematomas, neuromuscular disorders, seizure disorders, CNS infections, neurotrauma (GSW, MVC, spinal cord injuries), and ICP monitoring cases
• Specialized procedures include vasoactive medication management, central line/arterial line management, ICP monitoring, CRRT, hypothermia/hyperthermia management, and spinal precautions
• Specialized equipment includes EVDs and bolts
• Charting is done in Epic
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
• No on-call requirements
• Block scheduling is not available

Requirements

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

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• 10 hours of stroke education are required and will be completed during orientation (NIHSS can satisfy up to 3 hours if completed within the year; a new or renewal ACLS may also satisfy additional hours)
• 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 any BJC facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may remain for a maximum of 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required
• Scrub color is Navy Blue
• Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center and teaching hospital
• Parking passes are available for purchase through the facility's Public Safety department; night shift workers park at no charge in employee parking