Travel Neuro ICU RN - $2,214 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Neuro ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/28/2026
• 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 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Neuro ICU position at a large Level I Trauma Center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Neuro ICU experience and active CT or compact RN license.

Details

• Neuro Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at a large, academic Level I Trauma Center with 1,500+ staffed beds
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Average patient ratio of 1:2
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
• Charting on Epic EMR
• No on-call requirement
• Parking available at $125/month

Requirements

• Active CT or compact RN license required; pending license accepted (CT license takes 15–21 business days to issue, so early application is strongly advised)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience within the Neuro ICU specialty required
• Neuro ICU experience required; Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Experience at a large trauma center required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Proficient skills required: IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care/management, care of ventilated patients, continuous IV sedation, ABG interpretation, CVA/acute stroke management, ICP monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and isolation precautions/PPE
• Preferred skills: post-neurosurgery management
• Candidates must not have any prior disciplinary actions on their nursing license
• 1 professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility are not eligible for this position
• Former permanent staff of this health system must have been separated for at least 2 years before being considered as a traveler
• RTO of up to 7 days can be approved; RTO exceeding 7 days requires additional facility approval
• Block scheduling is not available for this assignment
• Flu vaccination is required; declinations are not accepted
• COVID vaccination required; religious and medical exemptions are accepted
• Travelers are expected to participate in natural disaster or other emergency response activities as needed

American Traveler Job ID #P-737322. 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 - 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.