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Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,419 per week

American Traveler

  • Macomb, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • $2,419 Per Week

Highlights

Cares for patients with COPD, AFIB, post-op cases (e.g., colon resections), diabetes, COVID-19, occasional alcohol withdrawal, suicidal ideation, and GI bleeds. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMacomb, IL

Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/23/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring an active IL RN license and ICU experience.

Details

  • ICU/Acute Care unit in an acute care hospital setting
  • 7-bed ICU with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio
  • Cares for patients with COPD, AFIB, post-op cases (e.g., colon resections), diabetes, COVID-19, occasional alcohol withdrawal, suicidal ideation, and GI bleeds
  • Manages titrated drips including Cardizem, Levophed, and Insulin
  • Uses Cerner EMR and Nihon Kohden cardiac monitors
  • 12-hour night shifts (7 PM - 7:30 AM)
  • Schedules posted 6 weeks at a time with possible block scheduling
  • Weekend requirement of every third weekend for night shifts
  • Infrequent floating to Med-Surg/Acute Care (1:4 ratio) possible
  • No dedicated monitor techs; RNs read their own telemetry strips
  • 24/7 in-house Respiratory Therapy support with ventilators, BiPAP, and Vapotherm

Requirements

  • Active IL RN license required
  • BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification (AHA) required, obtainable on-site if needed
  • Minimum of 2 years of RN experience required
  • ICU experience strongly preferred
  • Proficiency managing a range of ICU patient conditions, including titrating critical drips
  • BSN not required for this position

Additional Information

  • Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU setting with total patient care responsibilities
  • Hospitalist and nurse practitioner support available daily, with on-call coverage at night
  • ER or anesthesia teams assist with emergent procedures such as intubations
  • Charge nurse may take patient assignments and house supervisor is present during off shifts and weekends
  • Scrub requirement: pewter-colored scrub top or jacket, black pants, black shoes, and black socks
  • 3-shift unit-specific orientation process including HR, infection control, and preceptor-guided floor training
  • Holiday coverage is negotiable, though willingness to work holidays is appreciated
  • Call/standby not required but appreciated if available to pick up shifts

American Traveler Job ID #P-781488. 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: 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.

 

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