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Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel We're looking for Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening ...

Travel Trauma ICU RN

Madison, WI · On-site

$2.1K - $2.2K/wk

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/28/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift in Madison ...

Travel Trauma ICU RN

Madison, WI · On-site

$2.1K - $2.8K/wk

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel We're looking for Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse ...

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/22/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel Estimated Pay Package : Up to $ 1947.55 per week *The ...

Travel ICU Registered Nurse

Asheville, NC · On-site

$1.7K - $1.8K/wk

Travel Travel ICU Registered Nurse - Surgical Trauma ICU in Asheville, NC Experienced ICU Registered Nurse needed for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina . Join a high-acuity Surgical ...

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel We're looking for Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening ...

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/14/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel We're looking for Intensive Care Unit RNs for an ...

Travel Trauma ICU RN

Tyler, TX · On-site

$1.5K - $1.6K/day

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/08/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel Trauma ICU Registered Nurse | Tyler, TX | Contract Quick Look

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/22/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview * Shift: Days, 3x12hrs * Hours: 36 ...

Travel Trauma ICU RN

Tyler, TX · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/22/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel Stability Healthcare is looking for a ICU RN contract ...

Travel Trauma ICU RN

Madison, WI · On-site

$2.1K - $2.8K/wk

Stability Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Trauma ICU for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin. & Requirements * Specialty: Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/28/2026

Travel Trauma ICU RN

Madison, WI · On-site

$2.1K - $2.8K/wk

Stability Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Trauma ICU for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin. & Requirements * Specialty: Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/28/2026

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/22/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel About the Position Specialty: Registered Nurse - ICU ...

Trauma ICU * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/22/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel About the Position Specialty: Registered Nurse - ICU ...

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How much do trauma icu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average weekly pay for trauma icu rn in the United States is $2,283.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,884.62 and $2,653.85 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Trauma ICU RN?

A Trauma ICU RN is a Registered Nurse who specializes in caring for critically ill or injured patients in the trauma intensive care unit. These nurses are trained to provide advanced life support, monitor complex medical conditions, and assist in emergency procedures following traumatic injuries like accidents or violence. They work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver rapid, high-quality care to patients with life-threatening injuries. Trauma ICU RNs must have excellent assessment skills, emotional resilience, and the ability to respond quickly in high-pressure situations.

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

To thrive as a Trauma ICU RN, you need advanced clinical assessment skills, critical care knowledge, and current RN licensure, often supported by certifications such as ACLS and TNCC. Familiarity with ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring systems, and electronic health records is essential for managing complex trauma cases. Exceptional communication, emotional resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are vital for delivering effective, life-saving care and ensuring optimal outcomes for critically injured patients in high-stress environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Trauma ICU RNs, and how can they be managed?

Trauma ICU RNs often encounter high-pressure situations, including caring for critically injured patients with rapidly changing conditions. Managing stress, staying organized, and maintaining clear communication with the interdisciplinary team are essential skills. Time management and emotional resilience are critical to handle the demanding workload and exposure to traumatic events. Support from colleagues, ongoing education, and utilizing hospital-provided resources can help nurses manage these challenges and maintain their well-being.

Do trauma ICU RNs work in the ICU?

Yes, trauma ICU RNs work in the intensive care unit, providing specialized care for critically injured patients. They monitor vital signs, administer treatments, and collaborate with medical teams in a high-acuity environment that requires advanced skills and certifications such as ACLS and TNCC.
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Neuro Trauma ICU Registered Nurse

Chico, CA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Neuro Trauma ICU Registered Nurse (NTICU RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in Chico, California.

This position is intended for a highly experienced critical care nurse with a strong background in neuro ICU, trauma ICU, and high-acuity acute-care nursing.

Candidates must have at least 5 years of acute critical care experience, prior Level II trauma critical care experience, recent Epic charting experience, and previous travel nursing experience.

The RN will provide direct care to critically ill neurological and trauma patients who may require continuous monitoring, advanced life-support therapies, complex medication management, and rapid clinical intervention.

Key Responsibilities

        Provide direct nursing care to critically ill neuro and trauma patients.

        Perform comprehensive head-to-toe and neurological assessments.

        Conduct frequent neuro checks and recognize subtle changes in neurological status.

        Monitor cardiac rhythm, vital signs, respiratory status, hemodynamics, and other critical-care parameters.

        Recognize rapid deterioration and initiate appropriate emergency interventions.

        Manage patients with complex neurological and traumatic injuries.

        Administer high-risk medications, IV infusions, blood products, and other ordered treatments.

        Manage and titrate vasoactive and other critical-care medications according to provider orders and facility protocols.

        Care for patients requiring mechanical ventilation and advanced respiratory support.

        Monitor patients with invasive lines and monitoring devices.

        Support management of intracranial pressure monitoring and other neuro-critical care interventions when applicable.

        Provide postoperative care for neurosurgical and trauma patients.

        Participate in emergency response, rapid response, and code situations.

        Collaborate with intensivists, neurosurgeons, trauma surgeons, neurologists, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

        Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and clinical handoffs.

        Provide education and emotional support to patients and families.

        Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Epic.

        Follow critical-care, trauma, infection-control, and patient-safety standards.

Required Experience

Candidates must have:

        Minimum 5 years of acute critical care nursing experience

        Strong ICU nursing background

        Neuro ICU and/or neuro-trauma critical care experience

        Level II trauma critical care experience

        Previous travel nursing experience

        Recent Epic charting experience

        Experience managing high-acuity and medically complex ICU patients

        Strong neurological assessment skills

        Ability to recognize and respond rapidly to changes in patient condition

Required Licensure & Certifications

Candidates must have:

        Active California Registered Nurse license

        Current BLS

        Current ACLS

All required licenses and certifications must remain current throughout the assignment.

Preferred Clinical Experience

Strong candidates may also have experience with:

        Neuro Trauma ICU

        Neurological ICU

        Trauma ICU

        Intracranial pressure monitoring

        External ventricular drains

        Neurosurgical postoperative care

        Traumatic brain injury

        Stroke patients

        Spinal cord injuries

        Mechanical ventilation

        Vasoactive medication titration

        Arterial lines

        Central venous lines

        Hemodynamic monitoring

        Code response

        High-acuity trauma patients

Key Clinical Skills

Successful candidates should be comfortable with:

        Critical-care nursing

        Advanced neurological assessment

        Neuro checks

        Trauma patient management

        Cardiac monitoring

        Mechanical ventilation

        Vasoactive medication management

        IV therapy

        Hemodynamic monitoring

        Invasive line management

        Emergency response

        Postoperative neurosurgical care

        Patient and family education

        Epic documentation

        Interdisciplinary communication

Schedule Requirements

        Day Shift

        Three 12-hour shifts per week

        7:00 AM start time

        36 hours per week

        Weekend and holiday coverage may be required based on unit scheduling.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced Neuro Trauma ICU RN who is comfortable managing unstable neurological and trauma patients in a fast-paced critical-care environment.

You should have strong neurological assessment skills, excellent clinical judgment, and the ability to independently manage complex ICU patients while collaborating effectively with physicians and other critical-care professionals.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as a:

        Neuro ICU RN

        Neuro Trauma ICU RN

        NTICU RN

        Trauma ICU RN

        Critical Care RN

        Neurological ICU RN

        Travel ICU RN

        Neurosurgical ICU RN

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on education, experience, licensure, certifications, clinical skills, and the requirements of the position