Neuro ICU RN
Roanoke, VA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,954/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Neuro ICU RN for a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring an active VA or compact RN license and prior large-facility Neuro ICU experience.
Details
- Neuro ICU setting within a Level I Trauma Center and teaching hospital
- Patient population includes stroke, neurosurgery, complex spine, and other neuro-specific diagnoses
- Patient ratio of 1:2
- Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 6:45p-7:15a
- Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week block
- Required to float within skillset
- Special procedures include EVDs and Therapeutic Thermoregulation
- EPIC charting system experience required
Requirements
- Active VA State or Compact RN license required (pending license accepted only for non-compact single-state license holders)
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
- Previous Neuro ICU experience in a large Level I or Level II facility required
- Proficient in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and Rapid Response/Code team participation
- Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral/PICC/arterial line management
- Experience managing continuous IV sedation, paralytics, and titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips
- Neuro-specific skills required: CVA/acute stroke management, EVD care, ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun, and post-craniotomy/neurosurgery care
- Respiratory skills required: ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP assistance, and suctioning (ETT, NT)
- EPIC charting experience required
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to complex neuro and neurosurgical patients in a high-acuity ICU setting
- Must work at least one holiday per 13-week contract
- Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2-week period
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates may be accepted depending on radius criteria
- Previous employees must have a minimum one-year break before returning as a traveler
- Hospital is Magnet-designated and nationally ranked for advanced cardiac and neuro care
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
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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 Roanoke, VA
As a Travel Neuro ICU Nurse in Roanoke, VA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Roanoke is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 80-85°F, while winter lows average around 25-30°F.
- Roanoke experiences all four seasons, with mild to moderate temperatures throughout the year.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Roanoke, with various options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.
- Roanoke is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available, including buses and trolleys, but a car is generally recommended for convenience.
- Roanoke has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions, as well as respiratory ailments.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Roanoke offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, along with art galleries, museums, and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the extensive network of trails for hiking and biking, as well as access to national forests for fishing, paddling, and wildlife watching.
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