American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Peoria, 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 an ICU position in a high-acuity unit requiring ACLS, BLS, and an active IL RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in an 8-bed high acuity ICU within an acute care hospital
• Care for patients with respiratory failure, post-surgical needs, wound care, IV antibiotics, post CVA, post trauma, and cardiac cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratios range from 1:2 to 1:3
• Night shift position (7p-7a) with 12-hour shifts and rotating weekends and holidays
• Required to work every other weekend and rotating holidays
• ICU RNs may float to the medical/surgical unit as needed
• Utilizes Epic EMR; experience with Epic is required
• Common titratable drips include Precedex, Propofol, Fentanyl, Versed, Lasix, Insulin, Amiodarone, Nitro, Levophed, Dopamine, and Cardizem
• All 8 beds use hardwired Phillips telemetry monitors, monitored by an ICU-based telemetry tech
• Orientation includes classroom training and two unit shifts with a preceptor
• RNs provide primary care as there are no nurse aids or patient care techs on the unit
• House supervisor is available 24/7, with hospitalists on days and telehealth MDs after hours
• Respiratory therapy is available in-house 24/7
• Scrubs are required; any color is permitted and OSF-approved T-shirts are allowed
• Holiday coverage is required on a rotation and when needed to fill gaps
• No call or standby required at this time, but this may be subject to change
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Local candidates within 50 miles are considered at a local rate

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 1 year of ICU nursing experience
• Current BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA) certifications required
• Proficient in care of sedated and ventilated patients, PEG tube care and feedings, CVC/PICC/Midline use and care, and tracheostomy care
• Must have experience titrating vasopressors and managing sedation and pain control drips
• Experience with Epic charting system required
• Willingness to provide negative drug screen for all panels

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-642149. 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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