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: 08/03/2026
- 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 role involves providing specialized neurological critical care in a dedicated neuroscience unit. The nurse will be responsible for assessing and caring for patients with neurological conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, head injuries, and neurosurgical cases, utilizing advanced bedside procedures and assessment skills.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC), NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, Associate Degree or Certificate in Nursing, and a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience. Prior neuro intensive care or medical/surgical ICU experience with strong assessment skills in neuro required; 1 or more travel assignments preferred.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a Neuro Interventionalist, familiarity with external ventricular drain (EVD) management, and intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring.
- Additional Information: The unit is an 8-bed neuro ICU caring for patients with stroke, traumatic brain injury, head injury, and neurosurgical conditions. Procedures include neuro assessments, line placements, intubation, bolt and drain placements, and management of neurosurgical devices. Will float between Neuro Critical Care ICU and Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit (MSICU), with potential for float to other units as needed. The role requires resilience, independent task management, and adaptability. This position involves working nights with holiday rotation every other week. During flu season, unvaccinated travelers must wear masks at all times as per policy.
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 #1286254. 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
