Travel Nurse RN - Neuro ICU in Alexandria, VA

Job Title

RN – CV Neuro ICU

Location

Alexandria, VA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in a 16-bed CV Neuro ICU at a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Manage and titrate vasoactive drips including Norepinephrine, Epinephrine, Phenylephrine, Dopamine, and Vasopressin
• Independently read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips using Philips monitoring equipment — no monitor techs on unit
• Care for patients with complex neurological and critical care diagnoses including stroke, ICH, SAH, ARDS, septic shock, and acute respiratory failure
• Operate and monitor respiratory therapy equipment including mechanical ventilators, HFNC, BiPAP, and CPAP
• Must successfully pass an ECG exam on Day 2 of assignment (pass/fail)

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience
• Must be able to independently read and interpret cardiac monitor strips
• Availability to work 1 major and 1 minor holiday per year (Major: Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day, Thanksgiving/Day After; Minor: Labor Day, 4th of July, Memorial Day)

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience caring for neuro-critical care patients including stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, and increased ICP
• Familiarity with titratable vasopressor and vasoactive drip management
• Experience with mechanical ventilation and noninvasive respiratory support modalities

Why Join Us

• Work in a specialized neuro-critical care environment supported by clinical techs, offering a focused and high-acuity nursing experience
• Opportunity to develop advanced skills in cardiac monitoring, drip titration, and complex neurological and critical care patient management