Neuro ICU RN
Minneapolis, MN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating
$2,259/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care662 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Neuro ICU position requiring 2 years of critical care experience and an active or pending MN RN license.
Details
- Short term acute care, Magnet-designated, Level III Trauma teaching hospital setting
- Neuro ICU unit caring for neurological and neurosurgical critical care patients
- Day shift (3x12, 7:00-19:30) or night shift (3x12, 19:00-7:30) options
- Weekend rotation required every 3rd weekend
- No on-call responsibilities
- Floating required within scope to meet facility needs, including to affiliate hospitals nearby
- Epic/Excellian EMR used
Requirements
- Active or pending MN RN license accepted
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required
- NIHSS certification required
- CCRN certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience in Neuro ICU or critical care specialty required
- Skilled in care of ventilated patients, continuous IV sedation, and procedural sedation monitoring
- Experience with ICP monitoring and neurological assessment required
- Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response required
- Travel experience preferred but not required
- Minimum of 1 supervisor reference required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to neurologically complex ICU patients, including ventilator and ICP management
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Must reside at least 100 miles from the facility to be eligible unless applying for a radiology position
- Candidates must be gone at least 3 months from their last shift as a perm (staff or per diem) employee to be eligible for a travel assignment
- RTO requests should ideally be no more than 5 days
- Facility does not provide references to travelers post-assignment or to former perm employees
- Fingerprinting is a Minnesota state requirement for licensure compliance and may require travel to an approved location if not available locally
Facility
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
9 nurses recommend working with Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Pros
Travel friendly, night shift rocks laid back. No holding patients all night
Cons
There was one doctor that was a little anti nurse
- Short Term Acute Care
- 662 beds
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 Minneapolis, MN
As a Travel Neuro ICU Nurse in Minneapolis, MN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Minneapolis is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare and nursing.
- Average summer highs in Minneapolis range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 5-10°F.
- Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Minneapolis, and they can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods and near healthcare facilities.
- Minneapolis is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation is also available through buses and light rail, providing convenient options for getting around the city.
- Minneapolis is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Minneapolis, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.
- Minneapolis offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, a rich cultural scene with theaters and art museums, a thriving music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks, biking trails, and skiing in the winter at nearby areas like Hyland Hills Ski Area.
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