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Registered Nurse (RN) Neuro ICU

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$39 - $64.25/hr

The Neuroscience ICU (NSICU) at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus - an academic Magnet-designated ... If RN has an Associate's Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.

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How much do neuroscience rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for neuroscience rn in Washington is $141.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103.75 and $189.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Neuroscience RN?

To thrive as a Neuroscience RN, you need specialized knowledge of neurological conditions, strong clinical assessment skills, and an active RN license, often with experience or certification in neuroscience nursing. Familiarity with neuro-specific monitoring tools, EHR systems, and equipment for assessing neurological status is important. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and emotional resilience are valuable soft skills for this role. These abilities are essential for ensuring accurate patient care, collaborative teamwork, and effective responses to complex neurological situations.

What does a Neuroscience RN do?

As a Neuroscience RN, your daily responsibilities often include assessing and monitoring patients with neurological conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop care plans. You will perform frequent neurological checks, assist with diagnostic procedures, and educate patients and their families about treatment and recovery. The role often involves fast-paced decision-making to respond to changes in patient status. Depending on your workplace, you may work in specialized units such as neurology or neurosurgery, further focusing your clinical expertise and providing opportunities for professional growth.

What is a Neuroscience RN?

A Neuroscience RN is a registered nurse specializing in the care of patients with neurological conditions such as strokes, traumatic brain injuries, epilepsy, and multiple sclerosis. They work in hospitals, specialized neuro units, rehabilitation centers, and outpatient clinics. Their responsibilities include monitoring neurological status, administering medications, assisting with procedures, and educating patients and families. Strong critical thinking and assessment skills are essential, as many neurological conditions require rapid intervention.

Where do neuroscience RNs work?

Neuroscience RNs typically work in hospitals, specialized neurological or neurology units, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, and research facilities. They assist with patient care, neurological assessments, and treatments related to brain and nervous system conditions, often requiring knowledge of neurodiagnostic tools and patient monitoring. These roles may involve shift work and require relevant licensure and certifications.
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Infographic showing various Neuroscience Rn job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 29% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $294,144 per year, or $141.4 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) Neuroscience Intermediate Care Unit

Inova Health System

Falls Church, VA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Inova Health System rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 260 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

232nd of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Inova Fairfax Hospital Neuroscience Intermediate Care Unit is looking for a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join the team. This role will be full-time nights 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. (Days vary, 3-12-hour shifts); Weekend & Holiday rotations (approximately 3 weekend shifts in a 6-week period + 2 holiday shifts per year). Sign On Bonus and Relocation available for eligible nurses.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

  • Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
  • Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
  • Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
  • Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
  • Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities.

Registered Nurse (RN) Neuroscience Intermediate Care Unit Job Responsibilities:

  • Conducts specialized Neurological exams for patients with strokes, seizures, etc.
  • Performs comprehensive patient health assessments by interpreting multiple data sets and synthesizing their interrelationships
  • Formulates individualized plans of care based on assessment findings and interpreting trends in patient populations to achieve best practice
  • Conducts all patient care in a patient and family centered manner, integrating knowledge, skills and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum of care
  • Advocates for patients' rights from the patient and family perspective and provides counsel while acting as a resource to resolve issues
  • Accesses resources from all disciplines to achieve desired patient outcomes and coordinates healthcare and alternate services for patient/family transition planning

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: BSN or AD. If RN has an AD, within 2 years from date of hire, they must meet with their nurse leader and conduct the following: 1.) Identify which accredited school they plan to attend 2.) Provide a written plan with anticipated BSN completion date 3.) Submit a review of transcripts from the school indicating the required pre-requisites and timeline for taking the courses 4.) Complete BSN within 5 years of start date
  • Experience: 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse, for Critical Care units, 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse in a critical care setting or completion of a critical care fellowship.
  • Certification/Licensure: BLS & ACLS from American Heart Association; Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse or an active multi-state Registered Nurse license

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum 1 year of prior Intermediate care is preferred. Nurses with critical care experience is a plus

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