Neuro ICU RN
Washington, DC
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs

Job Title: Registered Nurse – Neuro ICU

Location:  Washington, DC

Start Date: November 23, 2026

Duration: 13 Weeks

Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (primarily days; up to 2 weeks of night shifts in a 6-week schedule). 36/48 hours, every other weekend, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide critical care to patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions, including stroke, brain injuries, and intracranial hemorrhage.
• Monitor neurological status, ICP, EVDs, and other specialized equipment.
• Care for ventilated patients and manage continuous IV sedation.
• Titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips and administer blood products.
• Manage arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, and IV therapy.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond to patient emergencies.
• Float to other ICUs or Intermediate Care units as required.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of Neuro ICU experience.
• At least 1 previous travel assignment required.
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required.
• CCRN preferred.
• Experience with EVDs, ICP monitoring, ventilators, and conscious sedation required.
• Experience with pulmonary artery lines, IV starts, and phlebotomy preferred.
• Active DC RN license required before the start date. Pending DC license may be accepted with proof of application at submission.
• Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with at least 80% overall and 100% on lethal rhythms