Travel Neuro ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  Neuro ICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/12/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring active IL licensure and prior critical care experience with ventriculostomy and stroke management skills.

• Acute care setting in an 18-bed Neuro (Science) ICU
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2
• Common diagnoses include ventriculostomies, strokes with/without TPA, and craniotomies
• RNs titrate a wide variety of drips per physician orders
• Charge nurse and 24/7 house supervisor present on each shift
• Nurse aides/patient care techs staffed at 9:1 ratio
• Tele/monitor techs staffed every shift using Phillips monitors; RNs read and interpret their own strips
• RNs manage RT equipment including vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow beyond troubleshooting
• 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend required
• Rotating holiday coverage required every other holiday
• No call or standby requirement
• Travelers float first to any unit including intermediate (1:3 ratio) and general floor (1:4 ratio) units
• EPIC EMR used
• 13-week assignment

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required
• Experience with ventriculostomy, ventilators, arterial lines, and central lines required
• Experience with tPA administration and acute stroke management required
• Post-craniectomy patient care experience required
• BSN not required

• Provide critical care nursing to neuro ICU patients including stroke, craniotomy, and ventriculostomy cases
• 20 hours of unit-specific orientation (one 8-hour shift and one 12-hour shift)
• 12 hours of general orientation (non-billable)
• Local rate applies to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
• No radius rule restricting eligibility
• COVID vaccination not required
• Negative drug screen required for all panels
• Call-off policy allows 12 hours per 13 weeks with no penalty

American Traveler Job  #P-765452. 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.