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 RN for a Neuro ICU position at a Comprehensive Stroke Center, requiring a CA RN license, BSN, and prior teaching hospital experience.

• Neuro ICU floor within a Comprehensive Stroke Center
• 12-hour variable day/night shifts (3x12), including both 7:00-19:30 and 19:00-7:30 schedules
• Ability to float to other UCSF facilities as needed, within a 75+ mile radius
• Epic charting system required

• Active CA RN license required
• BSN required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS (NIHSS preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required and must be reflected in employment history
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Previous Neuro ICU and Trauma ICU experience preferred
• EVD experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• 2 professional references from most recent employer required for consideration
• Any prior employment with University of California medical facilities or their acquired facilities must be disclosed, including dates worked, units, and manager names

• Provide care for neurological and stroke patients, including CVA/acute stroke management, craniotomy and neurosurgery post-op care, and traumatic brain and spinal cord injury management
• Skilled in EVD, ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, and hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun management preferred
• Experience with ventilator management, arterial line management, central/PICC line care, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips required
• Charge experience preferred
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers
• All RTO must be disclosed at time of consideration and approved by the manager prior to start; no additional RTO requests accepted mid-contract, and none permitted within the first two weeks of assignment
• Travel pairs allowed but generally not placed on the same unit; married couples may not work on the same unit

American Traveler Job  #P-775921. 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.