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Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
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Hours: 48 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring 2 years of neuro ICU experience and ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital.
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13-week travel contract on a Neuro ICU unit
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Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30), with option to sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
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Patient ratio of 1:2
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Patient population includes ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, neuromuscular disorders, seizure disorders, CNS infections, subdural/epidural hematomas, ICP monitoring patients, and neurotrauma cases
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Utilizes EVD and bolt equipment for ICP monitoring
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Manages vasoactive medications, central/arterial lines, CRRT, hypothermia/hyperthermia protocols, and spinal precautions
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Every other weekend required
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No on-call requirements
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Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
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Uses Epic charting system
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Block scheduling not accommodated
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Active MO or Compact RN license required (pending license accepted at submission)
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Minimum 2 years of RN experience, including 2 years in a neuro ICU or neuro setting required
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Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
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Preferred certifications: TNCC, BSN, and 10 hours of stroke education
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Level I Trauma Center experience required
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Teaching hospital experience preferred
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Epic charting experience preferred
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Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
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Skills required include ventilator management, ABG interpretation, continuous IV sedation, cardiac drip titration, and dysrhythmia interpretation/management
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Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing or must be shaved
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Facility is a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital with over 1,266 staffed beds
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Will complete 10 hours of stroke education during orientation (NIHSS and ACLS renewals may count toward hours if completed within the year)
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Navy blue scrubs required
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Candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius; no local candidates accepted
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Maximum of 7 days RTO allowed per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of the assignment
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Additional RTO requests cannot be made after submission, offer, or assignment start
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Standard travelers may work up to 18 months at the facility, followed by a required 3-month break in service
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Former permanent employees of BJC or Saint Luke's facilities must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
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First-time travelers are welcome to apply
