Travel Contract

Neuro ICU RN
Tyler, TX
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,795/week

Overview

Start Date12/01/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,795/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Intensive Care Unit Neurological Night-shift travel assignment providing care for adult patients in a neuro intensive care setting. The role requires advanced neurological critical care skills, weekend availability, and the ability to float among intensive care, intermediate care, and telemetry units as needed.

Job Details

Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week. Assignment dates are 12/01/2026 through 03/02/2027.
Required Qualifications:
- Two years of experience
- Travel experience
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- State or compact nursing license in hand at the time of submission
- Required electronic charting experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Community healthcare facility experience
- Level I or Level II trauma experience
- Previous travel experience
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information:
- Care is provided to adult patients in a neuro intensive care setting.
- Typical patient ratios are 2:1 on day, night, and weekend shifts.
- Weekend coverage is required.
- Clinical responsibilities include blood product administration, care of ventilated patients, central line management, acute stroke management, external ventricular drain management, hypothermia protocols, intracranial pressure monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, lumbar drain management, post-craniotomy care, post-neurosurgery management, and care for spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries.
- Interdisciplinary support includes intravenous therapy, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and unit secretary services.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date: 2026-10-23

Cross Country Job ID #1307745. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Neurological

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

3.6rating(125 reviews)

12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

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Pros

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Cons

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About

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

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About Tyler, TX

As a Travel Neuro ICU Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.

Transportation

Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.

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