Travel Neuro ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California.

• Specialty:
  Neuro ICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/17/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 17, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring 2+ years of Neuro ICU experience, a CA RN license, and BSN at a teaching hospital/Comprehensive Stroke Center.

• Neuro ICU unit within a Comprehensive Stroke Center
• 12-hour variable day/night shifts (7:00-19:30 or 19:00-7:30)
• Ability to float to other UCSF facilities within a 75+ mile radius as needed
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active CA RN license required
• BSN required
• AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Neuro ICU and Trauma ICU experience preferred
• EVD experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Travel experience required
• Skills in IV therapy, arterial line management, central/PICC line care, and blood product administration
• Ventilator management and respiratory care skills including ABG interpretation and tracheostomy care
• Experience with neurological care including CVA/stroke management, EVD, ICP monitoring, and post-craniotomy/neurosurgery management
• Experience managing continuous IV sedation, paralytics, and vasoactive drips
• Cardiac monitoring skills including dysrhythmia management and EKG interpretation
• 2 professional references from most recent employer required for consideration

• Provide critical care nursing to neurological and trauma ICU patients, including stroke, TBI, and spinal cord injury cases
• Work within a teaching hospital and trauma center environment
• All prior employment with any University of California medical facility or its acquired facilities must be disclosed for rehire eligibility review
• All requested time off must be disclosed and approved by the manager prior to starting; no time off permitted during the first two weeks of assignment or added mid-contract
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate as traveling candidates

American Traveler Job  #P-775923. 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.