Travel Neuro ICU RN
Listed on 2026-10-23
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Nursing
ICU Nurse, Neurology RN/ Neuroscience Nurse, Travel Nurse, RN Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California.
Job Description & Requirements- 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 at a Comprehensive Stroke Center, requiring a CA RN license, BSN, and prior teaching hospital experience.
Details- Neuro ICU floor within a Comprehensive Stroke Center
- Variable 12-hour day/night shifts (3x12)
- Ability to float to other UCSF facilities within a 75+ mile radius as needed
- Epic charting system used
- Active CA RN license required
- BSN required
- AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required
- NIHSS certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
- Prior Neuro ICU and Trauma ICU experience preferred
- EVD experience preferred
- Teaching hospital experience required
- Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Previous charge experience preferred
- Skills in IV therapy, arterial line management, central/PICC line care, and blood product administration
- Experience managing ventilated patients, HFNC, ABG interpretation, and ventilator management
- Experience with continuous IV sedation, paralytics, and titrating vasoactive/cardiac drips
- Experience with CVA/acute stroke management, ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, and post-neurosurgical care
- Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and 12-lead EKG interpretation
- 2 professional references from most recent employer required for consideration
- Travel experience required
- Provide critical care nursing to neuro and trauma ICU patients including post-craniotomy and spinal cord injury cases
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to manage complex neurological conditions
- Travel pairs allowed but generally not placed on the same unit; married couples may not work together on the same unit
- Any prior employment history with University of California medical facilities must be disclosed for rehire eligibility review
- All RTO must be disclosed and approved at time of offer; no RTO permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Locals accepted at the same rate as travel candidates
American Traveler Job #P-775927. 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.
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