ICU Registered Nurse - Neuro Trauma (Locum Tenens) | Washington, DC Nursing Jobs Advance your nursing career with a high-impact locum tenens opportunity as an ICU Registered Nurse specializing in Neuro Trauma at a top-rated hospital in Washington, DC (zip code 20010). This travel nursing job places you in the heart of the nation's capital, offering access to world-class museums, diverse dining, and beautiful parks. Join a collaborative healthcare team at a comprehensive stroke center, delivering critical care to adult and geriatric patients in a dynamic, supportive environment. Apply now to join our Washington, DC healthcare team! ICU Registered Nurse Job Details Location: Washington, DC 20010 (DC nursing jobs) Setting: Neuro Trauma ICU | Comprehensive Stroke Center Employment Type: Locum Tenens | Travel Nursing Contract Contract Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 10/13/2025 - End: 1/12/2026) Shift: 3x12-hour rotating shifts (Day: 07:00-19:00, Night: 18:30-07:30) Hours per Week: 36 Estimated Weekly Pay: $1650-$1770 Patient Ratio: 2:1 Scrub Color: Ceil blue Flu Vaccine: Required (No exemptions) Registered Nurse Qualifications Active DC RN license (pending status accepted with proof; must have license in hand prior to start) Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience (critical care nurse experience) Travel nursing experience required Certifications: BCLS, ACLS, NIHSS (CCRN preferred) Clinical skills: Conscious sedation, ICP monitoring, ventilator management, arterial line management, central line care, phlebotomy, IV starts, blood product administration, post-neurosurgery management, traumatic brain injury care Ability to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity Two supervisor references required ICU Nurse Responsibilities Provide high-quality nursing care to neuro trauma ICU patients, including those with SAH, ICH, ischemic stroke, brain mass, and head trauma Operate and monitor specialized equipment: EVDs, Raumedic Bolt, Artic Sun, CVVH, lytic catheters, Flo-tracker, PA-catheter Perform conscious sedation, ICP monitoring, and ventilator management Administer blood products and titrate cardiac/vasoactive drips Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, PT, RT, pharmacy, social services, radiology, rapid response) Float to other ICUs/IMC as needed Maintain infection prevention and isolation precautions Participate in orientation and complete required modules Ready to take the next step in your ICU nursing career? Apply today for this Neuro Trauma ICU Registered Nurse job in Washington, DC! Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHRWith over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us: Equal OpportunityWe are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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