Travel Neuro ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

• Specialty:
  Neuro ICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU night shift position requiring 2+ years of neuro ICU experience and prior travel nursing experience.

• Neuro Intensive Care Unit setting within a hospital
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM), 36 hours per week
• Weekend shifts considered are Friday and Saturday nights
• Required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Uses Epic EMR
• Utilizes ventilators, intracranial pressure monitoring, and telemetry equipment

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA certifications only)
• Minimum 2 years of experience, with strong Neuro ICU background
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Skills required:
  
  IV starts, arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, blood product administration, ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP management, ETT/NT suctioning, continuous IV sedation, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, CVA/acute stroke management, EVD and ICP monitoring, lumbar drain care, post-craniotomy and post-neurosurgery management, spinal cord injury and TBI care, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, 12-lead EKG/ECG acquisition, and IV insulin protocols
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager, director, or supervisor; a Charge RN is acceptable for the second reference; coworker references are not accepted

• Provide critical care nursing to neuro ICU patients including stroke, traumatic brain injury, and post-neurosurgical cases
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• First-time travelers will be screened prior to consideration
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• RTO must be submitted with initial contract and limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly upon contract signing
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment after 6 months away from the facility
• Current employees are ineligible to work as travelers at any Ohio State University hospital location

American Traveler Job  #P-763722. 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 - Neuro 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.