Registered Nurse – Neuro Intensive Care Unit (Travel Assignment)
Location: Lexington, KY
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12 Nights
Pay: $2,228.40/week (plus $2,500 completion bonus per contract, up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Job Description

ATC Healthcare is seeking an experienced Neuro Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in Lexington, Kentucky. The RN will provide expert-level critical care to patients with acute neurological and neurosurgical conditions, including strokes, craniotomies, and post-thoracic surgeries.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, advanced airway and hemodynamic management skills, and the ability to manage complex patients with multisystem organ dysfunction or failure. This is a high-acuity environment that requires a confident, detail-oriented nurse who thrives under pressure and values teamwork in critical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to critically ill neurological, neurosurgical, and post-surgical patients.
• Monitor and interpret neurological, cardiovascular, and hemodynamic parameters, including arterial lines, ICP monitoring, and ABG interpretation.
• Manage patients requiring mechanical ventilation, IV sedation, and vasoactive drip titration.
• Care for post-neurosurgical patients including craniotomies, carotid endarterectomies (CEAs), and craniectomies.
• Provide care for patients with acute ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke, including pre- and post-intervention management (TNK administration, thrombectomy, or stent placement).
• Administer medications, manage central lines, and monitor continuous infusions (sedation, vasopressors, cardiac drips).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—physicians, respiratory therapists, and physical therapy—to coordinate individualized patient care.
• Maintain strict adherence to infection control, isolation precautions, and hospital safety standards.
• Document accurately and efficiently using Epic EMR.
• Float as needed to other ICU or telemetry units (max 2 patients in ICU or 3 in telemetry).
• Work 3–4 weekend shifts per month (Friday or Saturday) per facility rotation requirements.

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky RN license or Compact State RN license (required).
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of recent ICU experience, including 1.5+ years in a Neuro ICU (required).
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (required).
• Strong Neuro experience required (must be clearly reflected in work history).
• Proficiency in airway management, mechanical ventilation, CRRT, arterial line and central line care, and titration of IV drips.
• Ability to manage patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure and post-cardiac arrest care.
• Previous travel experience required.
• Excellent critical thinking, communication, and team collaboration skills.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and recent tuberculosis test required.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible scheduling and dedicated recruiter support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.