Travel Neuro ICU Registered Nurse - $2,149 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.

• Specialty: Neuro ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/04/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 4, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position at a Level 1 Trauma facility, requiring EVD experience and strong neuro assessment skills in a 32-bed critical care unit.

• Neuro ICU at a Level 1 Trauma acute care hospital, part of the world's largest neurological disease treatment and research institution
• 32-bed Neuro ICU with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Patient population includes critically ill patients with neurological diagnoses; common procedures include craniotomies, brain tumor removal and ablations, brain biopsies, complicated spine surgeries, and scoliosis repair
• Charting system: Cerner
• Philips monitors used for telemetry; ventilator management required
• RT and pharmacy support available 24/7
• 12-hour day shifts (7a–7p)
• 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week period
• Holiday coverage rotates with core staff
• Travelers are first to float; floating required between all ICU floors and Tele units, with a 4:1 patient ratio on Tele
• Standby placement on scheduled shifts is possible
• 13-week assignment

• Active AZ RN license or Compact (NLC) license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; pending certifications not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required; candidates with at least 18 months of Neuro ICU experience may be considered
• Experience in a large hospital (450 beds) required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• 3–6 months of travel nursing experience required
• EVD (external ventricular drain) experience required
• Strong neuro assessment skills and ICP monitoring experience required
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; driver's license is used to verify permanent address
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked — must include dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Provide critical care nursing to neurological patients, including post-craniotomy, brain tumor, spine surgery, and other complex neuro diagnoses
• Charge nurse is available and does not take a patient assignment
• Scrub color: steel grey required for Neuro floors
• Floor-specific orientation consists of 2 shifts on the unit
• Candidates must pass a Relias Dysrhythmia (DYS) exam prior to offer confirmation; two attempts are allowed — failure of both results in ineligibility for CommonSpirit AZ facilities for 6 months
• A pass/fail SIMs Lab is required on Day 1 of orientation, covering sterile technique for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes — nurses have been terminated during SIMs Lab for breaking sterile field
• An additional pass/fail exam is administered on Day 1 of orientation
• Orientation also includes educational modules on lifts, restraints, and wound care
• Candidates must not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year; candidates employed PRN through outside firms will be considered
• Natural hair color required; facial piercings are not permitted
• Male candidates must be clean-shaven for fit testing
• Personal vehicle required

American Traveler Job ID #P-693709. 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

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.