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:
  
  10/12/2026
• Duration:
  15 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 15 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Stepdown Neuro RN for a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of neuro/telemetry experience and current NIHSS certification.

• Stepdown Neuro unit within a Level 1 Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Patient population includes neurosurgery, neurology, and epilepsy cases such as TBI, craniotomy, craniectomy, aneurysm clipping/coiling, spinal cord injury, stroke, and seizure disorders
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-07:30)
• Every other weekend required with scheduling flexibility
• Floating required within scope, with travelers prioritized to float first
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic charting system
• Block scheduling not accommodated

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Proficiency in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias required, verified by competency test
• Strong neuro nursing experience required for consideration of first-time travelers
• IV start, telemetry, and tracheostomy care skills required
• Level 1 trauma experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required

• Provide care for patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions requiring telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia management
• Perform tracheostomy care and management as needed
• Blue scrub color required
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
• Holiday coverage required, with 1 of 3 major holidays off and 2 holidays worked (eve/day)
• RTO limited to no more than 6 days and cannot be requested during the first 2 weeks of the assignment
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius restriction
• Prior UW/Harborview staff must have an 18-month separation before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers considered only if they have strong neuro experience

American Traveler Job  #P-757112. 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
- 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.