Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,040 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/21/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN), Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Evanston, Illinois. This ICU nursing position requires prior ICU experience, with a focus on Cardiac and neuro patient care preferred. Candidates must bring their Illinois nursing license and be prepared to work night shifts. The job involves float requirements with no fixed home base, and candidates are expected to work 36 hours nights. The assignment start date is June 21, 2026.

Job Details:

• Location: Evanston, Illinois
• Experience Requirements: 2+ years of strong ICU experience (Cardiac and/or neuro experience preferred). Must have EPIC charting experience and a passed EKG test of 80% or higher.
• Certifications: Illinois License, BLS, ACLS (CCRN preferred)
• Schedule: 36 hours per week, Night shift (12 hours)
• Required Qualifications: Illinois nursing license, BLS, ACLS, EPIC charting experience, 2+ years ICU experience, passed EKG test of 80% or higher, and submission of an updated resume, skills checklist (completed within 12 months), and one reference (completed within 12 months).
• Floating: Float position will not have a home base.
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend.
• On-Call Requirements: None.
• Orientation: Mondays, with credentials due Thursday before start; total of 16 orientation hours, paid at no bill.
• Additional Information: Candidates must submit IL license verification and have a passed EKG test of 80% or higher prior to start.
• Submission Requirements: Resume, Skills Checklist, 1 Reference, IL License Verification.

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 #1260543. 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: 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