Travel Neuro ICU Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Chesapeake, Virginia.

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Mar 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with strong neuro background for a night shift travel contract in Coastal Virginia, requiring Epic proficiency and VA or Compact licensure.

• Hospital ICU setting with a diverse critical care patient population including neurosurgical, post-stroke, respiratory failure, renal failure, post-surgical, trauma, sepsis/MODS, and heart failure/post-cardiac cath cases
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• Night shift, 7p–7:30a, with schedule options of 3x12 or 4x12
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required within the contract period
• Floating required to the Stepdown Unit and may include the ED or Med/Surg to care for ICU patients being held
• Epic EMR proficiency required — no exceptions
• Skills required include: strong neuro experience (post-neurosurgical, EVD, stroke), mechanical ventilation, IV drip titration, telemetry monitoring, conscious/procedural sedation, and dysrhythmia and emergency management

• Active VA or Compact RN license currently in hand — no exceptions
• Current AHA certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 3 years of critical care experience preferred; strong candidates with less experience will be considered
• Strong neuro ICU experience required, including post-neurosurgical care, external ventricular drain (EVD) management, and stroke management
• Epic EMR proficiency required
• No prior license or background hits will be accepted — no exceptions
• Must be able to pass an EKG rhythm strip exam with a score of 80% or higher (one attempt, no remediation)
• Must pass standard N95 fit testing — PAPR accommodations are not available
• Candidate must reside 50+ miles from the facility to be eligible for consideration
• Driver's license required for address verification prior to any offer acceptance
• Two professional references required

• Responsibilities include managing complex, critically ill patients across neurosurgical, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and multisystem diagnoses
• Advanced skills utilized include arterial line management, central line care, CVVHD/CRRT, ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, hypothermia protocol, continuous IV sedation and paralytics, and vasoactive/cardiac drip titration
• Pre-start online modules are required (approximately 3 hours) prior to the first day
• Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted and will be reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis
• Travel experience is preferred but not required — first-time travelers will be considered
• This is an auto-offer position for qualified candidates

American Traveler Job  #P-676523. 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

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.