Travel Neuro ICU RN - $2,830 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Neuro ICU assignment in Boston, Massachusetts. The 13-week travel position requires a 36-hour work week on a 12-hour shift schedule in a neuro-intensive care unit.

Start date is 10/19/2026. Candidates must have an active RN license, ACLS, NIHSS, CPR, and experience with neuro-critical care procedures such as arterial lines and drains. Weekly orientation and no local travelers are required.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license at submission.
• 12 years of relevant experience.
• ACLS and NIHSS certifications.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association.
• Ability to navigate web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide neuro ICU nursing care for neuro-critical patients.
• Manage arterial lines, external ventricular drains, lumbar drains, and post-operative neuro cases.
• Work rotating 12-hour shifts with a 36-hour minimum per week.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

RN license

ACLS

NIHSS

CPR

web navigation

Tools

EHR navigation

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Neuro ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit Neurological (ICU Neuro) registered nurse position is located at a healthcare facility requiring a professional with neuro-critical care experience. This role involves providing specialized patient care for individuals with neurological conditions, including those requiring arterial lines, external ventricular drains, lumbar drains, post-operative neuro cases, and acute thrombectomies. The position offers a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, including day and night shifts, with every other weekend required, starting on 10/19/2026.

Job Details:

• Location: Not specified, but remote from facility within 50 miles is not accepted.
• Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license at the time of submission, 12 years of relevant experience, CPR certification through the American Heart Association, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, and basic ability to navigate web-based applications.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with external ventricular drains, lumbar drains, and arterial lines.
• Additional Information: The position entails working in a neuro-intensive care setting with a patient ratio of 1:3. Must be able to start as soon as possible, with weekly orientation sessions held every Monday barring holidays. Candidates must be separated from any current employment with Beth Israel Lahey Health within the last six months to be eligible. No local travelers will be accepted, and parking may cost up to $43 per day.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1321585. 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

About Cross Country Nurses

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.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus