Neuro ICU RN
Albuquerque, NM
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Neuro ICU

Location

Albuquerque, NM | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (19:00–07:30) | Minimum 10-Week Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a Neuro ICU setting at a Level I Trauma, Teaching, Acute Care facility with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Manage patients with neurological diagnoses including TBI, SAH, SDH, tumor resections, status epilepticus, and other neurologic disorders
• Perform and assist with specialized procedures including EVD insertions, A-line insertions, central line insertion, intubation, CRRT, Post-TPA care, and Post-Thrombectomy care
• Monitor and interpret ICP, manage dysrhythmias, and provide Neuro Post-op care
• Float within scope to other ICUs, PCU floors, ED, or PACU to meet facility needs as required
• Document patient care accurately using Cerner EMR

Required Qualifications

• Active or pending RN license (pending licensure may be accepted at time of submission)
• Required certifications: ACLS, BCLS, NIH Stroke Scale — RQI certifications are not accepted
• Minimum 1.5 years of ICU experience (first-time travelers considered)
• Proficiency with ICP monitoring and EVD and CRRT equipment
• Must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible; non-local driver's license required on file
• Must be available to work holidays as required per assignment terms, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day for December starts

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior travel nursing experience preferred
• Experience with high-acuity neurological and post-operative patient populations
• Familiarity with Cerner charting system
• Comfort managing patients at varied ratios in float situations

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a Level I Trauma and Teaching facility offering exposure to a high-acuity, diverse neurological patient population
• Block scheduling may be available based on unit needs, and expected weekly hours of 36 or 48 hours with overtime potentially available after 48 hours (subject to client approval)