American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity ICU position with open heart, neuro, and CRRT experience at a Chicago area hospital.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a 30-bed mixed Surgical, Medical, and Neuro ICU
- Patient population includes open heart, neuro, and CRRT cases
- High-acuity ICU environment with exposure to CABG, stroke, TNK, and advanced critical care procedures
- Uses Epic EMR with experience required
- Night shift schedule from 7:30 PM to 7:00 AM
- Every other weekend and every other holiday required
- Floating to other units may be required if ICU census is low
- Provide comprehensive critical care to complex open heart, neuro, and critically ill patients
- No RTO (requested time off) allowed for holidays
- Holiday and weekend sick calls must be made up on the following weekend
- Local candidates accepted with same rate as travelers
Requirements
- Active IL RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications from AHA or Red Cross required
- Workplace violence prevention certification (DCI/BVP) required and can be completed online
- Minimum 1 year recent ICU experience in relevant specialty required
- Experienced with CRRT, CABG, stroke management, and neuro ICU care
- Epic EMR experience required
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-648903. 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: Travel RN - ICU
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
