Travel Nurse RN - Neuro ICU - $2,070 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a Travel RN in Neuro ICU for a shift-intensive assignment in Alexandria, Virginia. The role requires a 12-hour night shift schedule, 36 hours per week, starting 09/28/2026 for 13 weeks, with travel benefits and on-site assignments.

Responsibilities include caring for patients with neurological conditions, monitoring neuro status, and collaborating with ICU teams. Required are active RN license, BLS/ACLS, ECG exam, and 2+ years in neuro/ICU; preferred stroke care, tele

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license, BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• ECG exam passed by day 2 of assignment.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in neurological or ICU settings.
• Experience with stroke and intracranial hemorrhage patients is preferred.
• Ability to read tele monitors and manage titratable drips.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized neuro ICU nursing care to critically ill patients.
• Monitor neurological status and respond to changes per protocol.
• Manage ventilated patients and titratable drips; float to other units as needed.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

ACLS certification

ECG interpretation

2+ years neuro/ICU exp

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Neuro ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit Neurological (ICU Neuro) registered nurse position is based in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing specialized care to patients with neurological conditions, including stroke, brain tumors, intracranial hemorrhage, and other critical neurological disorders. The position requires working night shifts and adheres to established clinical protocols, including ECG exams and titratable drips management.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, from 09/28/2026 to 12/27/2026.
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), passing an ECG exam on day 2, and at least 2 years of clinical experience in a neurological or ICU setting.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with stroke and intracranial hemorrhage patients, ability to read tele monitors, and experience with titratable drips such as Norepinephrine, Epinephrine, Vasopressin, Phenylephrine, and Dopamine.
• Additional Information: The role involves managing patients requiring mechanical ventilation, high-flow nasal cannula, Noninvasive Ventilation (BiPAP/CPAP), and titratable medication drips. The nurse will be expected to be the first to float to other critical units as needed and handle boarders up to four. On-call is not required. The role requires access to Epic modules and familiarity with second monitoring systems. Hospitality includes one major and one minor holiday per year, with specific schedule expectations and float responsibilities.

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 #1318149. 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