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Travel STICU RN - $2,364 per week

American Traveler

  • Oak Lawn, IL
  • Today
  • $2,364 Per Week

Highlights

Floating required to MICU, Neuro ICU, CVTU, Adult Surgical Heart Unit, and stepdown/tele units (no MedSurg); travelers float first and may float mid-shift. Locked unit treating multi-system trauma, GSW, stabbings, spinal trauma, general surgery, massive transfusion, kidney transplant, vascular surgery, and organ donation/end-of-life patients.

Numbers & Facts

LocationOak Lawn, IL

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN STICU - Surgical Trauma Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Oak Lawn, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: STICU - Surgical Trauma Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 12/07/2026
  • Duration: 12 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
  • Length: 12 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level 1 Trauma, Magnet-designated STIC unit requiring 2+ years of ICU experience and IL RN licensure.

Details

  • 20-bed Surgical Trauma ICU (STIC) within a Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center
  • Locked unit treating multi-system trauma, GSW, stabbings, spinal trauma, general surgery, massive transfusion, kidney transplant, vascular surgery, and organ donation/end-of-life patients
  • All admissions must be cleared through the Trauma Team
  • RN to patient ratio of 1:2-3 based on acuity; CNA ratio of 1:9-10
  • 12-hour night shift schedule (1900-0730), 36 hours per week
  • Every other weekend required, with night shift weekends falling on Friday and Saturday
  • Self-scheduling with weekend guidelines; time off approval through manager
  • No on-call requirements
  • Floating required to MICU, Neuro ICU, CVTU, Adult Surgical Heart Unit, and stepdown/tele units (no MedSurg); travelers float first and may float mid-shift
  • Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing

Requirements

  • Active IL RN license required
  • BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS and TNCC preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
  • Current ICU RN experience with vent/trach management, invasive line management (A-lines, ICP, CVP, central lines), IV/phlebotomy skills, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
  • Experience with medication titration (Propofol, Versed, Fentanyl, Dilaudid, Levophed, Heparin, paralytics, insulin)
  • EPIC EMR experience required
  • Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
  • Candidate DOB and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

  • Unit supported by 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalist (NP and Residents), on-call Intensivist, and on-call Trauma Surgeon/Team
  • Charge nurse floats freely and assists with breaks; receptionist/HUC on unit 7a-7p
  • Educator available Monday-Friday; OT, PT, and ST available during the day Monday-Friday
  • Phlebotomy and IV/VAT team support available for difficult draws
  • One day of orientation, including meeting with the Nurse Manager, online modules, and precepted shift, followed by a second day with a resource partner
  • Holiday coverage required for 2 holiday nights (Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, or New Year's Day)
  • Navy blue scrubs required with navy, white, gray, or black undershirts only
  • No artificial fingernails or extenders allowed during direct patient contact; natural nail tips must be under 1/4 inch
  • Free parking available on site
  • First-time travelers welcome to apply
  • No radius restrictions; local candidates accepted at the same rate
  • Former employees of Advocate Health or its subsidiaries must be separated for at least 12 months before becoming eligible for a travel assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-783202. 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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