Highlights

Required Qualifications: Current Illinois (IL) Nursing License; CPR; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS); graduate of an accredited nursing program with education verification; 3 years of clinical experience in ICU, Cardiovascular, or related specialty. Preferred Qualifications: Extensive cardiac experience and ICU experience in stroke neuro, step-down ICU, or ICU units; willingness to float down to Medical Surgical units as needed.

Description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Rockford, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: CVICU
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU OH) is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse for a night shift position. This role involves providing specialized care in a critical care setting with a focus on cardiac patients. The nurse will deliver comprehensive patient care, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and utilize critical thinking to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Job Details:

Schedule: Night shift hours, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week required
Required Qualifications: Current Illinois (IL) Nursing License; CPR; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS); graduate of an accredited nursing program with education verification; 3 years of clinical experience in ICU, Cardiovascular, or related specialty
Preferred Qualifications: Extensive cardiac experience and ICU experience in stroke neuro, step-down ICU, or ICU units; willingness to float down to Medical Surgical units as needed
Additional Information: Responsibilities include utilizing the nursing process in patient care, administering medications and treatments as per policies, documenting care documentation standards, developing individualized patient care plans, participating in performance improvement activities, and providing clinical support across units.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date: 2026-10-03

Cross Country Job ID #1284569. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

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