Job Title: Registered Nurse – Neuro ICU
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Neuro Intensive Care Unit (NSICU)
Location: Columbia, SC
Facility Address: Columbia, SC 29203
Shift: Night Shift – 3x12-Hour (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks
Orientation: 16 Hours (Non-Billable)
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Neuro ICU Registered Nurse to join a high-acuity neurosurgical and neurological intensive care unit. The ideal candidate must be proficient in managing complex neuro cases including SAH patients, EVDs, and lumbar drains, and should have a strong background in critical care nursing.
Deliver comprehensive care to critically ill neuro patients.
Monitor and manage patients with external ventricular drains (EVDs) and lumbar drains.
Respond to changes in neurological status and provide timely interventions.
Collaborate with neurologists, intensivists, and interdisciplinary teams.
Document accurately using Epic EMR system.
Perform patient assessments and administer medications as prescribed.
Educate patients and families on care plans and recovery expectations.
Active RN license in South Carolina or compact state – Required
Minimum 2 years of Neuro ICU experience – Required
Must have experience with EVDs, lumbar drains, and subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) patients
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification – Required
AHA BLS and ACLS – Required
Experience using Epic EMR – Required (minimum 1 year)
Strong communication and critical thinking skills
Floating Policy: Candidates must be willing to float to other units or nearby campuses as needed. Floating will only occur within the nurse’s scope of practice and demonstrated competencies.
Schedule: Every other weekend coverage required
Guaranteed Hours: Facility may cancel up to 1 shift per 2 weeks
Parking: Free on-site parking