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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Neuro ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 02/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring at least 1.5 years’ ICU experience and a NM or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Neuro ICU within a hospital environment
• Patient population includes TBI, SAH, SDH, tumor resections, status epilepticus, and other neurologic disorders
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2
• Float may be required to other ICUs, PCU floors, ED, or PACU as needed
• Schedule may be 36 or 48 hours per week, with varied weekend requirements based on unit needs
• May be required to float and care for med-surg patients on occasion with higher ratios (such as 6:1)
• Possible reassignment to the Cardiothoracic ICU based on facility needs
• Block scheduling may be requested but is not guaranteed
• Uses Cerner EMR
• Responsibilities include monitoring and managing complex neurologic cases and neurosurgical post-op care
• Staff may need to interpret and manage dysrhythmias and care for patients with specialized equipment such as EVDs and CRRT
• Work in a Level I Trauma, academic teaching, and children’s hospital environment
• Required to wear black scrubs
• Parking is provided at no cost
• Requests for more than 7 days of time off require prior approval
• First-time travelers are accepted

Requirements

• Active NM or compact RN license in hand or pending
• Minimum 1.5 years of Neuro ICU or critical care experience
• Current ACLS, BCLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Experience with EVDs, A-line, intubation, central lines, CRRT, post-op neuro care, post-TPA, post-thrombectomy care, and ICP monitoring
• COVID-19 vaccination required; religious and medical exemptions considered with appropriate documentation
• No local candidates within 75 miles accepted

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-651235. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Neuro ICU

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