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 2+ years of Neuro ICU experience.

• Work in the Neuro ICU at a Comprehensive Stroke Center
• Variable 12-hour day and night shifts (7:00-19:30 or 19:00-7:30), 3x12 schedule
• Ability to float to other facilities within the health system
• Epic charting system used

• Active CA RN license required at time of submission
• BSN required
• AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required and must be noted in employment history
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Neuro ICU and Trauma ICU experience preferred
• EVD experience preferred
• Skills in EVD, ICP monitoring, CVA/stroke management, post-craniotomy and post-neurosurgery care, hypothermia protocol, and management of traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury patients

• Provide critical care to neuro and trauma ICU patients, including those requiring EVD, ICP monitoring, and post-neurosurgical management
• Any prior employment with University of California medical facilities or their acquired facilities must be disclosed, including dates worked, units, and manager names for rehire eligibility review
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travel candidates
• May be reassigned to a different department, unit, or facility within a 75+ mile radius during the assignment if qualified
• All requested time off must be disclosed and approved by the manager at time of offer; no time off permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment, and no additional requests accepted mid-contract
• Travel pairs are allowed but generally will not be placed on the same unit; married couples may not work on the same unit

American Traveler Job  #P-775928. 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.