Travel Nurse RN - Neuro ICU - $2,335 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Neuro ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit Neurological (ICU Neuro) registered nurse (RN) position is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The role involves providing specialized care on an 18-bed neuro ICU that serves as a hub for critically ill adult patients with various neurological diagnoses, including stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, neurosurgical post-op care, and traumatic brain injury. The RN will work night shifts and is expected to demonstrate strong critical thinking, advanced neuro interventions, and a collaborative approach to patient care.

Job Details:

• Shift Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid Wisconsin (WI) or compact RN license, ACLS and BLS certifications, minimum of 2 years of recent inpatient RN experience in adult acute care, neuro ICU experience preferred, telemetering skills, and ability to pass a telemetry exam with strict criteria prior to start
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with ICP or ventriculostomy management, neuro-specific procedures such as EVD and lumbar drains, and familiarity with healthcare technologies including FloTrac/Vigileo, CereLink, and hypothermia protocols
• Special Procedures/Unit Details: Care includes hemodynamic monitoring, ICP management, brain and spinal cord injury care, and ventilator management. The unit offers interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, radiology, therapy, and rapid response teams.
• Other Requirements: Candidate must pass a telemetry testing exam with a passing score of 80% or higher, with two attempts allowed. Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted, and travelers are required to float as needed.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1280477. 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: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Neurological

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus