```htmlJob Opportunity – Neuro Intensive Care Unit (NSICU) RN – North Carolina
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend requirement; float to other ICUs and intermediate units as needed
Highlights:
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26-bed Neuroscience and Surgical ICU within a comprehensive stroke center
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Staffing ratios of 2:1, occasionally 3:1 or 1:1 depending on patient acuity
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Advanced critical care experience with stroke management, ICP monitoring, seizure management, and invasive equipment
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Specialized equipment including EVD management, ventilators, Zoll temperature management/Arctic Sun, PCAs, and lumbar drains
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Epic charting system with 24 hours of orientation provided
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Contract length of 13 weeks or longer available through February 27
Requirements:
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Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience required
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Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be accepted
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Active RN license (NC or Compact state license accepted)
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Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
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Must successfully pass EKG testing prior to start date
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Demonstrated competency in ventilator management, telemetry, ICP monitoring, arterial line management, critical care drip titration, and care of ventilated patients
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Experience with blood product administration, central line management, hypothermia protocols, and post-neurosurgery patient management
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Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work in a specialized comprehensive stroke center caring for complex neurological and neurosurgical patients. You'll utilize advanced critical care skills in a fast-paced environment supported by interdisciplinary teams including IV therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more. Ideal for experienced ICU nurses seeking to expand their expertise in neurocritical care while making a meaningful impact on patients recovering from strokes, traumatic brain injuries, and neurological emergencies.
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