Travel ICU RN - $2,434 per week

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: 09/07/2026 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: Sep 7, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2 years of experience and ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications. Details Work in the ICU/Acute Care unit of a hospital in an acute care setting 7-bed ICU with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio Patient population includes COPD, AFIB, post-op cases (e.g., colon resections), diabetic and COVID-19 patients, and occasional alcohol withdrawal, suicidal, and GI bleed cases Manages common titrated drips including Cardizem, Levophed, and Insulin Uses Cerner EMR for charting 12-hour night shifts from 7 PM to 7:30 AM Weekend rotation of every third weekend for night shifts Workweek runs Sunday to Saturday with schedules posted 6 weeks at a time Block scheduling may be accommodated upon request Floating to Med-Surg/Acute Care (1:4 ratio) is infrequent, with travelers generally remaining in the ICU Call/standby not required but appreciated if willing to pick up shifts RNs read their own telemetry strips using Nihon Kohden cardiac monitors Respiratory Therapy is in-house 24/7 with ventilators, BiPAP, and Vapotherm equipment available Requirements Active IL RN license required Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (AHA) required Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required, with ICU experience strongly preferred Proficiency in managing a range of ICU patient conditions, including titrating critical drips BSN not required for this position Additional Information Provide total patient care in the ICU, including managing critical drips and ventilated patients Hospitalist and Nurse Practitioner support available daily, with on-call coverage at night ER or Anesthesia team assists with emergent situations such as intubations Cardiopulmonary physician available for intubations when needed Charge Nurse and House Supervisor support available, with House Supervisor present during off shifts and weekends Charge nurse may take patient assignments as needed Nurse aides from Acute Care may float in to assist ICU staff Unit-specific orientation consists of 3 shifts during the first week, including HR/computer-based training, equipment orientation, and a preceptor-led shift on the floor Holiday coverage is negotiable, though willingness to work holidays is helpful Dress code requires pewter-colored scrub tops or jackets as the outermost layer, with black pants, shoes, and socks Maximum of 2 cancellations allowed per 13-week assignment American Traveler Job ID P-747063. 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.