Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Neuro ICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/27/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit Neurological (ICU NEURO) nurse position in Wausau, Wisconsin. This 13-week assignment offers an opportunity to work in a specialized neuro unit with a focus on stroke, traumatic brain injury, head injury, and neurosurgery patients. The role involves providing expert neuro assessments and basic bedside ICU procedures, with a schedule of 12-hour night shifts.
Job Details
- Location: Wausau, Wisconsin
- Schedule: Nights, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS (American Heart Association or ARC), ACLS (American Heart Association or ARC), NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), associate degree or certificate, minimum 2 years of experience with at least one travel assignment preferred in Med/Surg ICU and/or Neuro ICU, strong assessment skills in neuro. Experience as a Neuro Interventionalist is a plus.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with EPIC charting, familiarity with cerebrospinal fluid drains, external ventricular drains, ICP monitoring, and neuro-specific bedside procedures including bolt and drain placements.
- Float: Float rotation may be required between Neuro Critical Care ICU and Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit, as well as other inpatient units.
- Additional Information: This role involves managing neuro assessments, bedside ICU procedures including line placement and intubation, and handling neuro-specific interventions such as bolt and drain placements with Neurosurgery. Candidates must be diligent, adaptable, and able to work independently to complete tasks timely. During flu season, unvaccinated travelers are required to wear masks at all times.
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 #1275213. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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
