Travel Neuro ICU Registered Nurse - $1,790 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• 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 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU travel position at a Comprehensive Stroke Center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Neuro ICU experience and night shift availability.

Details

• Hospital-based Neuro ICU setting at a Comprehensive Stroke Center
• Patient population includes ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes (SAH), SDH, craniotomies, carotid stents, carotid endarterectomies, aneurysm coiling/clipping, seizures, depth electrodes, and myasthenia gravis
• Patient ratios are 2:1, with the possibility of flexing to 3:1 during high census — candidates must be comfortable with this
• Average daily census of 11–12 patients
• Drains used include EVDs, lumbar drains, hemovacs, and Camino (ICP monitoring)
• Specialized equipment includes EVD, Lumbar Drains, Camino, LICOX, NICOM, and Arctic Sun
• EMR: Epic (also uses Pyxis and SBAR)
• 12-hour night shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM, 3 shifts per week (36 hrs/week)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirement
• Floating required

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required; license pending at time of submission is acceptable
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of Neuro ICU experience required — general ICU experience alone is not sufficient
• Strong neuro critical care background is mandatory
• Required skills: mechanical ventilation, IV start, neuro intensive care, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, blood product administration, central line care/management, continuous IV sedation, CVA/acute stroke management, EVD, ICP monitoring, post-neurosurgery management, care of ventilated patients, isolation precautions/PPE, and lumbar drain experience
• Arterial line management experience preferred
• Must pass an EKG test prior to start
• Two professional references from a manager or supervisor within the past 2 years required (pending references at time of submission are acceptable, but must be on file before start)

Additional Information

• Orientation is approximately 24 hours (2 days or 2 nights); weekly orientation schedule
• 8–10 hours of pre-start online modules are required and must be completed prior to the start date and annually thereafter
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Candidates who have previously worked for Novant Health or New Hanover in any capacity (permanent, PRN, or EP) must wait 12 months before being eligible to apply as a traveler; facility rehire approval is required
• No RTO is permitted during the first week of the assignment due to orientation; RTO requests of 7 days or fewer may be approved provided they do not fall on a holiday
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Travel pairs are welcome, provided each candidate has their own transportation and is comfortable with potentially different schedules
• Local candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are accepted
• Navy blue and white scrubs required

American Traveler Job ID #P-727143. 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.