Travel Neuro ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

• Specialty:
  Neuro ICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/06/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU night shift position at a Level I Trauma Center requiring compact CT license and neuro ICU experience.

• Neuro Intensive Care Unit setting within a Short Term Acute Care Level I Trauma Center
• Average patient ratio of 1:2 on both days and nights
• Night shift schedule with 4x12 hour shifts from 19:00-7:00
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
• No on-call responsibilities
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active or pending CT RN license (Compact accepted)
• Minimum 2-3 years of RN experience required, with consideration for 1.5 years if Level I Trauma or travel experience is present
• Neuro ICU experience required
• Prior travel experience required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Trauma Level I and Level II experience preferred
• Experience with EVD, ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, post-craniotomy and post-neurosurgery care, and traumatic brain/spinal cord injury management
• Experience with ventilator management, arterial line management, and titrating vasoactive drips preferred
• 1 professional reference required

• Provide critical care nursing to complex neurological patients including CVA, TBI, and post-neurosurgical cases
• Located at a large academic Level I Trauma Center
• RTO requests greater than 7 days require additional approval
• Travelers may be asked to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
• Flu vaccination required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccination and booster required except for approved religious or medical exemptions
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted
• Previous perm staff must have been separated for at least 2 years to return as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-763855. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.