Registered Nurse; RN Neuro ICU

Registered Nurse (RN) Neuro ICU

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We are seeking an experienced ICU RN for the Neuroscience ICU at Inova Fairfax Hospital.

Shift: 3 X 12‑hour shifts – Day/Night Rotation (7 am‑7 pm and 7 pm‑7 am).

Sign‑on Bonus & Relocation Bonus available.

The Neuroscience ICU (NSICU) at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus is an academic Magnet‑designated facility, nationally recognized and holds the AACN’s Bronze Beacon Award. We are Northern Virginia’s only dedicated NSICU and a JCAHO‑certified Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC) for the Mid‑Atlantic Region. We are Level 4 Epilepsy certified by the NAEC and actively engaged in clinical research, including advanced Interventional Radiology treatments.

This fast‑paced, team‑driven environment focuses on high‑quality care and professional development. Our nursing staff works closely with Neuro and Medical Intensivists, Interventionalists, Neurosurgeons and fellows, and APPs.

• 18‑bed adult unit treating complex neurological patients including (but not limited to):
• Ischemic & Hemorrhagic Strokes
• Intracranial Hemorrhages
• Seizures & Status Epilepticus
• Cerebral Edema & Secondary Brain Injury
• Brain Tumors
• Neuromuscular Disorders
• Post‑interventional & neuro‑surgical patients

Average LOS: 4.3 days | RN/Patient Ratio: 1:2.

• Culture of collaboration, respect, inclusion and professionalism.
• Strong Shared Governance and career development via ADVANCE clinical ladder.
• Continuing education, training and learning support through didactic days, educational symposiums, attendance in regional (Mid‑Atlantic Neuro Critical Care, Emergency Neurological Life Support, etc.) and national conferences (NTI, Magnet, etc.).
• Exposure to state‑of‑the‑art monitoring and therapies.
• 24/7 resource nurse and charge nurse support (not in staffing).
• Engaged leadership across nursing, medical, APP, and pharmacy teams.
• Specialized support from Neuro Intensivists, APPs, and a Critical Care Nurse Specialist.
• Clinical technicians who provide nursing and phlebotomy support.

• Committed to Team Member Health: medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement:
  Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: paid time off, paid parental leave and flexible work schedules.

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an ICU RN.
• BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associate’s Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification required; ACLS strongly preferred (must obtain within first 3 months).
• RN licensed or eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an RN.

• 2+ years ICU RN experience.
• Unit involvement.
• Advanced Nursing Certification (SCRN, CCRN, CNRN) or desire to become certified.

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world‑class healthcare to the communities we serve. We are a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience, and we support our people at every step, striving to shape a compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.