Neuro ICU RN
Columbia, SC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,893/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Neuro ICU position requiring strong neuro critical care experience including EVD/lumbar drain management and SAH patient care.
Details
- Work in the Neuro Intensive Care Unit (NSICU) of a hospital setting
- Care for SAH patients and those requiring EVD/lumbar drain management
- Day shift schedule (3x12 hours), 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- 1:2 patient ratio
- Uses Epic EMR
- Floating to other qualified units or campuses may be required per facility request
Requirements
- Active RN license (SC or Compact)
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- At least 1 year of recent experience within the Neuro ICU specialty
- Minimum 1 year of experience with Epic EMR required
- Prior charge nurse experience preferred
- Experience in a 300+ bed facility
- Skilled in EVD management, ICP monitoring, CVA/acute stroke management, and post-neurosurgery care
- Experience with arterial line management, central line care, and ventilator management
- Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and titration of vasoactive and sedation drips
- First-time travelers must have 2 years of specialty experience
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to neurologically complex and post-surgical patients
- Trauma Level I and teaching hospital experience preferred
- Orientation occurs every Monday and includes annual compliance training
- Pre-assignment testing and modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials
- Travelers must reside more than 100 miles from any Prisma Health facility to be eligible, with reduced eligibility between 90-99.9 miles
- Night shift and certain specialty travelers may be eligible under reduced mileage exceptions depending on campus
- Holiday and float coverage may be required based on facility census needs
- First-time travelers may be considered with sufficient specialty experience
Facility
Prisma Health Richland Hospital
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Columbia, SC
As a Travel Neuro ICU Nurse in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
- Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
- Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.
- Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
- Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
- Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.
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