Travel Neuro Stepdown RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Seattle, Washington.

• Specialty:
  Neuro PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration:
  18 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 18 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Stepdown Neuro unit position requiring 2 years of experience and telemetry proficiency at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital.

• Stepdown Neuro unit within a Magnet, teaching, Level 1 Trauma hospital
• Patient population includes Neurosurgery, Neurology, and Epilepsy cases such as TBI, craniotomy, craniectomy, aneurysm clipping/coiling, spinal cord injury, stroke, seizure, and change in mental status
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00-19:30
• Every other weekend required with scheduling flexibility
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating within scope required, with travelers prioritized to float first
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS and NIHSS
• Must pass a telemetry/dysrhythmia interpretation and management competency exam
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Prior travel experience preferred; first-time travelers considered only with strong neuro experience
• Required skills:
  
  IV start, telemetry monitoring, tracheostomy care and management
• Level 1 Trauma experience preferred
• Proficiency in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias required

• Provide nursing care to neurosurgical, neurological, and epilepsy patients including those with TBI, craniotomy, spinal cord injury, and stroke
• Perform cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response
• Blue scrub color required
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
• Holiday coverage required: may request 1 of 3 major holidays off but must work 2 holidays (eve/day)
• RTO limited to no more than 6 days, with no RTO permitted during the first 2 weeks or orientation week
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius restriction
• Prior UW/Harborview staff must have 18 months separation before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers considered only if they have strong neuro experience

American Traveler Job  #P-749666. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Stepdown

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.