Neuro ICU RN
Peoria, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 15 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring an active IL license and prior neuro critical care skills.

Details

• Work in an 18-bed Neuro (Science) ICU within an acute care hospital setting
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2
• Patient population includes ventric, stroke (with/without tPA), and craniotomy/craniectomy patients
• RNs manage titratable drips per physician orders
• Charge nurse and 24/7 house supervisor present on every shift
• Patient care techs staffed at a 9:1 ratio
• RNs troubleshoot RT equipment including vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow devices
• Tele techs staffed every shift using Phillips monitors, with RNs required to read and interpret strips
• 12-hour day shift schedule
• Every other weekend required
• Rotating every other holiday required
• Travelers float first, potentially to intermediate (1:3 ratio) or general floor (1:4 ratio) units
• No call or standby requirement
• Uses EPIC EMR

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA)
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• Experience with ventriculostomy, arterial lines, central lines, ventilators, and tPA administration required
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required
• Acute stroke management and post-craniectomy care experience required
• BSN not required
• Negative drug screen required for all panels

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to neuro ICU patients including stroke, ventric, and post-craniotomy cases
• Unit-specific orientation totals 20 hours (one 8-hour shift and one 12-hour shift)
• General orientation is 12 hours
• Local candidates within 50 miles are eligible at a reduced local rate
• COVID vaccination is not required
• First-time travelers may be considered