Travel Nurse RN - Neuro ICU - $2,016 per week

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. seeks a Travel RN in Neuro ICU for Washington, DC. The position covers nights, 36 hours per week, for a 13-week assignment starting 1/5/2026.

Requires a valid RN license and NLN-approved program completion; ICU experience preferred and Cerner proficiency. This role supports a multidisciplinary critical care team with advanced technology and patient-care duties. The ICU unit cares for neurological and trauma patients using ventilators, monitors, lines, and CRRT.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which the nurse practices
• One year of critical care experience is preferred
• Current BLS card; current ACLS/PALS card (per facility requirement)
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Provide neuro ICU nursing care in a multidisciplinary critical care setting
• Manage patient conditions and respond to emergent situations
• Maintain professional and calm demeanor in crisis situations

Skills

Neuro ICU

RN

ICU experience

Cerner

BLS

ACLS

Education

RN program graduate

BSN

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Location: Washington, DC

Hours: 36 hours per week

Start Date: 1/5/2026

Shift: Nights

Length: 13 Weeks

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in state/district - Required

Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program – Required

The ICU is a multidisciplinary unit that provides care for neurological, neuro-surgical, medical, surgical, pulmonary, cardiology, cardiothoracic, and trauma patients. Various types of technology are used to care for and treat critical care patients. This technology includes, but is not limited to, ventilators, entriculostomies, cardiac monitors, pulmonary artery catheters, arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, IABP, ECMO/tandem heart, Impella, BIS monitors, continuous pulse oximetry, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), gastric tubes, and intravenous infusion pumps. Fulfills the needs of the patients, families and community by performing a variety of patient care functions and tasks in accordance with his/her licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.

The RN - Neuro ICU assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the neuro critical care setting. The Neuro ICU RN consistently performs according to nursing standards and is accountable in managing patient care and recognizing change in patient’s conditions. The Neuro ICU RN must be alert and prepared at all times to respond to emergent situations and they must also be able to remain calm and professional in times of crisis.

• Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which thenurse practices
• One year of critical care experience is preferred
• Current BLS card; current ACLS/PALS card (per facility requirement)
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Neuro ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

RN -- Neuro ICU

Location: Washington, DC

Hours: 36 hours per week

Start Date: 1/5/2026

Shift: Nights

Length: 13 Weeks

NIHSS, BLS & ACLS – Required

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in state/district - Required

ICU Experience - Required: 3 Years

Cerner experience - Required

Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program – Required

BSN - Highly desired

The ICU is a multidisciplinary unit that provides care for neurological, neuro-surgical, medical, surgical, pulmonary, cardiology, cardiothoracic, and trauma patients. Various types of technology are used to care for and treat critical care patients. This technology includes, but is not limited to, ventilators, entriculostomies, cardiac monitors, pulmonary artery catheters, arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, IABP, ECMO/tandem heart, Impella, BIS monitors, continuous pulse oximetry, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), gastric tubes, and intravenous infusion pumps. Fulfills the needs of the patients, families and community by performing a variety of patient care functions and tasks in accordance with his/her licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.

The RN - Neuro ICU assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the neuro critical care setting. The Neuro ICU RN consistently performs according to nursing standards and is accountable in managing patient care and recognizing change in patient’s conditions. The Neuro ICU RN must be alert and prepared at all times to respond to emergent situations and they must also be able to remain calm and professional in times of crisis.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which thenurse practices
• One year of critical care experience is preferred
• Current BLS card; current ACLS/PALS card (per facility requirement)
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Amergis Job ID #1062453. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Neuro ICU - Washington, DC

About Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation’s top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.