American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Jacksonville, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for night shifts requiring an active IL license and advanced cardiac skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in the ICU/CCU unit of a critical access hospital
• 4-bed ICU with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio on all shifts
• Night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) with every other weekend required
• Floating to other units within scope as needed
• Cerner charting system is used; prior Cerner experience preferred
• No on-call responsibilities
• ICU RNs will provide care for critically ill patients with multi-system issues and complex medication needs
• Chronic and acute renal failure management is a routine part of the caseload
• Team members are expected to prioritize infection control and safety practices
• The hospital is a Magnet facility and provides free parking with a permit provided at orientation
• Solid-color scrubs of any color are required
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Scheduling requests should be discussed with the manager; RTO ideally should not exceed 5 days

Requirements

• Active Illinois RN license required to apply
• Minimum of 2 years ICU experience required
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and 12-lead EKG
• IV insulin protocol, chronic/acute renal failure care, and advanced IV therapy skills (arterial lines, blood product administration, central/PICC line, starting IVs)
• Proficiency with continuous IV paralytics, sedation, emergency medications, titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Respiratory management skills including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, ventilators, ABGs, and high-flow nasal cannula
• Knowledge of infection prevention, isolation precautions, and surgical wound care including wound vac

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-647789. 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

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