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, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity ICU position focused on open heart, neuro, and CRRT cases, requiring an IL RN license and Epic experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 30-bed SICU-MICU-Neuro ICU environment
- Patient population includes open heart, neuro, and critical care cases requiring CRRT
- Experience with CABG, stroke, and TNK procedures is expected
- Utilizes the Epic EMR; experience is required
- Day shifts from 07:00 to 19:30
- Every other weekend and every other holiday are required
- Floating to other units is required if census is low in the ICU
- Responsibilities include caring for high acuity ICU patients in surgical, medical, and neuro intensive care settings
- No requested time off is permitted for holidays
- Calling in sick for a weekend shift (Friday 7p-Monday 7a) will require making up the shift the following weekend
- Team members are expected to float to other units based on staffing needs
- Holiday coverage is required on a rotating basis
- Dress code for ICU and hospital environment applies
Requirements
- Active IL RN license
- Minimum 1 year of ICU experience required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
- Experience with open heart, neuro, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) cases
- Experience with Epic EMR is required
- DCI/BVP certification for Workplace Violence Prevention must be completed
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-648904. 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.
