Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,394 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Freeport, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel ICU Registered Nurse – Acute Care ICU Job in Freeport, Illinois Looking for ICU registered nurse jobs in Illinois? Join a busy acute care ICU in Freeport, Illinois , and use your critical care nursing skills in a fast-paced, supportive travel nurse assignment. Located in northwest Illinois, Freeport offers a welcoming small-city setting for your next travel nursing opportunity. This 8-bed unit provides a rewarding mix of medical, surgical, and stroke-related care for an experienced travel ICU RN who thrives in teamwork-driven environments. Job Details Position: ICU Registered Nurse Employment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment Setting: Acute Care ICU Location: Freeport, Illinois Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 16 weeks Shift Duration: 12-hour nights Schedule: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, every other weekend Hours Per Week: 36 Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130-$2,250 Charting System: MEDITECH Orientation: 2 shifts Unit Size: 8 beds Job Requirements Active Illinois RN license required Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience required Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required Ability to titrate drips and manage critical care medications Previous travel nurse experience preferred MEDITECH experience is a plus Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and comfort running codes preferred Responsibilities Provide skilled critical care nursing for ICU patients with diagnoses including sepsis, stroke, DKA, pneumonia, ETOH withdrawal, and post-cath recovery Monitor and manage patients with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3, with some lower-acuity assignments Titrate and administer critical care infusions as needed, including vasoactive and sedation medications Participate in code response and support unit-wide emergency care Float as needed to MedSurg, Tele, and ER with a full patient load Collaborate with hospitalists, respiratory therapy, and support staff to deliver high-quality patient care Interpret telemetry strips and maintain accurate clinical documentation in MEDITECH Apply now to explore this Illinois travel nursing opportunity and join a healthcare team that values strong clinical skills, teamwork, and compassionate care. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 511120. 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: ICU About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.