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Cross Country Nurses lists this Travel Neuro ICU RN - $2,330 per week opportunity in madison, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.
Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Neuro ICU
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
The ICU Neurological (Neuroscience ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position is located in a highly regarded neuro-critical care unit. The role involves providing specialized nursing care to critically ill adult patients with neurological diagnoses, including stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, neurosurgical post-op patients, and traumatic brain injury. The position requires a commitment to delivering advanced clinical interventions and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery.
Job Details
Position: ICU Neurological RN
Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12-hour shifts ( and ), with every other weekend and some holidays. Flexibility for 4x12-hour shifts or Fri-Sun block.
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, WI or compact RN license.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of recent acute care experience as an inpatient RN in ICU or neuroscience settings.
Skills: Managing arterial lines, assisting with chest tube insertions/removals, ventilator management, neuro-specific assessments including ICP and ventriculostomy management, external ventricular drain (EVD), and intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring. Proficiency in using electronic charting systems, including Epic, is required.
Other Requirements: Must pass telemetry interpretation testing with strict criteria prior to eligibility to start. Experience in managing neuro-critical care equipment and procedures is essential.
Additional Information: The RN will provide care focused on adult patients with complex neurological conditions, often requiring specialized interventions such as hypothermia management and hemodynamic monitoring.
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 . 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.
Benefits401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
madison, WI, 53774, US
Who can apply
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