Travel Neuro ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

• Specialty:
  Neuro ICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/23/2026
• Duration: 6 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 6 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring NIHSS certification and stroke center critical care experience.

• Neuro Intensive Care Unit setting within a hospital transitioning to EPIC
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• May float to stepdown unit
• 1:4 patient ratio
• Facility undergoing EPIC conversion;
  Meditech experience preferred but not required

• Active KY or Compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA certifications only)
• NIHSS certificate must be current, obtained within 2 years of start date
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• At least 9 months of travel nursing experience required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a certified stroke center critical care unit preferred
• CRRT experience highly preferred
• Stroke signs/symptoms competency required (e.g., BE-FAST)
• Bedside dysphagia screening competency required
• IV-tPA administration and post-tPA monitoring competency required
• Familiarity with current stroke guidelines and performance measures for acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes
• Skilled in arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and BiPAP/CPAP management preferred
• Experience with EVD, ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, and post-craniotomy/neurosurgery care preferred
• Experience managing TBI and spinal cord injury patients preferred
• Skilled in titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Experience with continuous IV sedation and neuromuscular blockade
• Flu vaccination required with no exemptions

• Provide critical care nursing to neuro ICU patients, including acute stroke and post-neurosurgical cases
• Candidates must be flexible to float to stepdown units as needed
• Must reside outside a 65-mile radius of the facility; local travelers are not accepted
• Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted and approved prior to confirmation
• First-time travelers are not considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-782393. 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:
Travel RN - ICU

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.