Travel Neuro ICU RN - $2,326 per week

American Traveler 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: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring prior ICU experience, EVD/craniotomy management skills, and a WI or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the Neuro ICU/Surgical ICU of a Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Care for ICU and IMC patient populations
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 1900-0730
• Every other weekend required
• Some holiday coverage required
• Uses Epic EMR
• Floating required as needed

Requirements

• Active RN license (WI or compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS (AHA only)
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in the Neuro ICU specialty
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Required experience managing craniotomy patients and external ventricular drains (EVDs)
• Epic charting experience required
• Neurosurgery experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Must pass a telemetry exam with strict criteria prior to starting, including 100% identification of lethal rhythms and an overall passing score of 80% or higher
• Skills required include IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, ventilator management, ICP monitoring, CVA/acute stroke management, post-craniotomy and post-neurosurgery care, and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to neurosurgical and neurological ICU patients, including craniotomy and EVD management
• Responsibilities include management of ICP monitoring, hypothermia protocols, ventilated patients, and multisystem organ dysfunction
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be considered; local candidates not accepted
• Located at University Hospital in Madison, WI, a Magnet-designated facility ranked as Wisconsin's #1 hospital

American Traveler Job ID #P-732718. 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 - Neuro ICU

About American Traveler

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.