Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,165 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Peru, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
ICU (Intensive Care Unit) Nurse Night Shift Location TBD. This role involves providing specialized patient care in an acute care setting within the ICU, addressing complex medical conditions such as sepsis, ARDS, and cardiac dyshythmias. The position requires delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced environment, adhering to established guidelines and protocols.

Job Details

• Position Description:
  The ICU nurse will manage patients with critical illnesses, including post-operative care, overdose management, and behavioral health conditions. Responsibilities include central line care, arterial lines, bedside bronchoscopy, and titrating drips according to AHA guidelines. The unit is equipped with ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and heated high-flow systems.
• Required Qualifications:
  Valid active Illinois license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated, ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA) certifications, at least 2 years of ICU experience, proficiency with central lines, arterial lines, bedside bronchoscopy, and cardiac arrest management.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  Experience with complex cardiac care and ventilator management.
• Schedule:
  Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information:
  • Local rate applies to clinicians with permanent addresses within 50 miles.
  • Orientation includes 12 hours of non-billable hours over two shifts.
  • The unit operates with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2, which can go to 3 based on acuity and overflow.
  • No float requirement.
  • No telemonitoring duties; RNs read strips.
  • Charge Nurse and Administrative Supervisor oversee clinical operations.
  • No nurse aides on this unit.
  • Hospitalist coverage is 24/7, with critical care physicians from 7am to 7pm.
  • Staffing includes RTs (Respiratory Therapists) available 24/7.
  • Staff must dress in solid color scrubs or OSF attire, maintaining dress code policy.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1332549. 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

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