Travel ICU Registered Nurse
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$38 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Jacksonville, Illinois |
About this job
Job Description
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: 07/20/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU position at a Critical Access Magnet hospital in Jacksonville, IL, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and an active IL RN license.
Details- Small, 4-bed ICU unit within a 25-bed Critical Access, Magnet-designated hospital
- 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio on all shifts
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (1900–0730)
- Every other weekend required
- Floating within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital is required of all travelers
- No on-call requirements
- Charting via Cerner (experience preferred)
- 13-week contract
- Active IL RN license required (no pending licenses accepted)
- Current AHA or Red Cross certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) — RQI AHA cards not accepted
- Minimum 2 years of ICU/CCU experience required
- Cardiac monitoring skills: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, multi-system organ failure, 12-lead EKG acquisition
- IV therapy skills: arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care/management, PICC line management, IV starts
- Medication management skills: continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade, continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, IV insulin protocols
- Respiratory/thoracic skills: BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube insertion/removal assistance, ventilated patient care, HFNC, ABG interpretation, ETT/NT suctioning, ventilator management
- Experience with chronic and acute renal failure required
- Proficiency in infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE, and surgical wound/wound vac care
- SSN and DOB required for consideration
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction
- Any permanent or PRN employee of the Memorial Hospital System must have been away for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
- Candidates must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
- RTO of up to 5 days is generally accommodable; requests beyond that require facility approval
- Travel pairs are not accepted
- Scrubs: any solid color
- Free parking on-site with a permit obtained during orientation
- Schedule requests can be discussed with the manager
American Traveler Job ID #P-724635. 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 TravelerWith 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.
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