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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring 2 years of neuro ICU experience and MO or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in the Neuro ICU of a Magnet-designated, teaching hospital that is a Level I Trauma Center
• Care for patients with ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, neuromuscular disorders, seizure disorders, CNS infections, subdural/epidural hematomas, ICP monitoring needs, and neurotrauma including GSW, MVC, and spinal cord injuries
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Performs specialized procedures including vasoactive medication administration, central line/arterial line management, ICP monitoring, CRRT, hypothermia/hyperthermia management, and spinal precautions
• Uses specialized equipment including EVDs and bolts
• Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours from 19:00-7:30
• Can sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
• EPIC charting system used

Requirements

• Active RN license (MO state license or compact, must match permanent residence)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience with 2 years specifically in a neuro ICU setting
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Preferred certifications: TNCC, BSN, and 10 hours of stroke education
• Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• EPIC charting experience preferred
• Skills required in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• Must be clean-shaven or have facial hair allowing for proper respirator fit testing

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to neuro ICU patients requiring advanced monitoring and intervention
• Will complete 10 hours of stroke education total during orientation, with NIHSS and ACLS certifications able to satisfy a portion of these hours if completed within the year
• Navy blue scrubs required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• No more than 7 days of RTO permitted per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment
• Local candidates within a 75-mile radius are not accepted for this position
• Previous permanent employees of BJC facilities must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Standard travelers must reside outside a 75-mile radius and may stay for up to 18 months, followed by a required 3-month break in service