Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Neuro ICU
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 11 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary An ICU Neurological (ICU NEURO) Nurse is needed in an inpatient healthcare setting to provide specialized care for patients with neurological conditions. The role involves managing critically ill patients with neurological diagnoses such as stroke, brain tumors, and increased intracranial pressure, primarily during night shifts.
Job Details
Certifications: BLS and ACLS are required. Must pass ECG exam on day 2.
Education Requirements: No specific degree requirement listed.
Years of Experience: Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience; specialization in neuro is not required.
Location Requirements: No specific geographic restrictions.
Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Responsibilities include titrating drips like Norepinephrine (Levophed), Epinephrine, Vasopressin, Phenylephrine (Neo-Synephrine), and Dopamine.
Call and holiday requirements: No on-call; holiday work includes one major and one minor holiday per year.
Floating: May be required to MSICU, PCCU, or boarders on the unit.
Additional requirements: Candidates must be able to read telemetry strips; Epic access required.
Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1329938. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Neurological
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Alexandria, VA
Skills
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