Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,290 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Trauma ICU for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Trauma ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week night shift travel contract at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Springfield, IL.

Details

• ICU position within a 562-bed acute care hospital designated as both a Level I Trauma Center and a Magnet facility
• Primary focus is trauma and burn ICU patients, with medical and cardiac overflow patients as well
• Average daily census of 10–12 patients
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within scope is required; travelers may float within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital
• Charting is done in Cerner
• Free parking is available with a permit obtained during orientation

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required — pending licenses are not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS — AHA and Red Cross cards accepted; RQI AHA cards are not accepted
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• All required licenses and certifications must be active at time of consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction
• Any permanent or PRN employee of the Memorial Hospital System must have been separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• RTO of 5 days or fewer is preferred; requests exceeding 5 days require facility approval
• Travel pairs are not accepted — candidates must be placed individually
• Scrubs may be any solid color

American Traveler Job ID #P-714030. 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: 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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