Travel RN - Neuro ICU

American Traveler, LLC.; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU assignment in North Carolina. The role requires 2+ years of critical care experience and NC/compact RN licensure, with night shift 3x12 hours and shared weekend work.

Responsibilities include caring for NSICU patients with stroke, ICP, and seizure management, using Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR, and floating to other units as needed. This position targets travel nurses; local candidates may be offered a different rate.

Qualifications

• Active RN license NC or Compact required.
• Current ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications.
• Minimum 2 years in critical care / neuro ICU setting.
• Experience with ICP monitoring, ventilator management, telemetry.
• Stroke and seizure management experience preferred.
• Familiarity with EVD, PCAs, and managing invasive equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work in 26-bed NSICU within a comprehensive stroke center.
• Care for neuroscience ICU patients including stroke, ICP, seizure management.
• Night shift schedule: 3x12 hours (18:45-07:15).
• Every other weekend required.
• Floating to other ICUs and intermediate units as needed.
• Utilize Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR for patient care and communication.
• Provide critical care nursing to neurological and surgical patients.

Skills

RN license NC/Compact

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS

Critical care

Neuro ICU

ICP monitoring

Ventilator management

Telemetry

Stroke management

Seizure management

EVD management

EKG testing

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring 2+ years of critical care experience and NC/compact RN licensure.

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of relevant RN experience required
• Experience with ICP monitoring, ventilator management, and telemetry required
• Experience with stroke management, seizure management, titrating drips, and invasive equipment preferred
• Experience with EVD management, Ventilator management, Zoll temperature management/Arctic Sun, and PCAs
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required (pending acceptable at submission)

Responsibilities

• 26-bed Neuro and Surgical ICU (NSICU) within a comprehensive stroke center
• Patient ratios of 2:1, occasionally 3:1
• Cares for neuroscience intensive care patients including stroke, ICP, and seizure management cases
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (18:45-7:15)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required to other ICUs and intermediate units
• No block scheduling; staffing based on per unit needs
• Uses Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR communication systems
• Provide critical care nursing to neurological and surgical ICU patients
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Local candidates accepted at a different rate within 50 miles of the facility
• Previous PERM/PRN/EP employees of Novant Health or New Hanover must wait 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• RTO requests of 7 days or less may be auto-approved if not falling on a holiday; no RTO allowed during the first week due to orientation
• Weekly orientation provided, totaling approximately 24 hours
• Scrubs not provided; navy blue, white, or a combination of both required
• Travel pairs allowed with independent transportation and differing schedules
• Candidates interested in longer contracts beyond the 13-week minimum may indicate preference

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-766424

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