Travel Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse - $2,280 per week

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: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The profession is Registered Nurse (RN) in the specialty of Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular, located in Rockford, Illinois. This position involves providing advanced patient care within ICU units, including cardiac, stroke neuro, step-down ICU, and ICU settings. Candidates must have ICU experience with extensive cardiac expertise and be prepared to float to Medical Surgical units as needed. The role requires current licensure, CPR, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid Illinois nursing license, CPR certification, ACLS certification, NIHSS certification, graduate of an accredited nursing program, 3 years of experience in ICU, and willingness to float to medical-surgical units
• Preferred Qualifications: Extensive cardiac experience
• Additional Information: Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in patient care. Administers medications and treatments following established policies and standards. Develops individualized care plans in line with physician directives and hospital policies. Participates in department performance improvement activities, including shared governance. Uses clinical expertise to support patient care across units, applying critical thinking to ensure patient safety and quality of experience. Escalation protocol adherence is required in clinical decision-making.

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 #1284569. 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 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