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:
  
  11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Neuro ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring an active IL license and at least 1 year of ICU experience.

• Acute care Neuro (Science) ICU with 18 beds
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:2
• Patient population includes ventriculostomy, stroke (with/without tPA), and craniotomy/craniectomy cases
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts
• Required to work every other weekend
• Rotating every other holiday
• No on-call or standby requirements
• Travelers float first and may float to any unit including intermediate (1:3 ratio) or general floor (1:4 ratio) units
• Charge nurse typically does not take an assignment unless staffing requires it
• 24/7 house supervisor coverage
• Patient care techs staffed at 9:1 ratio
• Tele/monitor techs staffed every shift using Phillips monitors; RNs read and interpret their own strips

• Active IL RN license required (or proof that application process has been initiated)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA)
• Minimum 1 year of relevant 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
• Experience with post-craniectomy patient care required
• RNs required to titrate drips and manage physician-ordered titratable medications
• Must be able to troubleshoot RT equipment such as vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow devices
• Negative drug screen required for all panels

• Provide direct ICU-level nursing care for complex neuro patients including stroke, craniotomy, and ventriculostomy cases
• Unit-specific orientation totals 20 hours (one 8-hour shift and one 12-hour shift)
• Local rate available for clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
• No radius restriction for eligibility
• COVID vaccination is not required
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-778244. 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.