Travel MICU RN - $2,268 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) Travel Nurse Job in Peoria, Illinois Bring your critical care expertise to a collaborative Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) in Peoria, Illinois. This 13-week ICU travel nursing assignment offers experienced Registered Nurses the opportunity to care for high-acuity adult patients while working alongside intensivists, respiratory therapists, patient care technicians, and supportive nursing leadership. You will care for a diverse patient population and use advanced assessment, monitoring, telemetry, and medication-titration skills in a 20-bed acute-care ICU. Travel RN Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,130 Assignment Type: ICU travel nursing contract Location: Peoria, Illinois Start Date: October 26, 2026 Duration: 13 weeks, ending January 25, 2027 Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, typically 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m. Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend; night-shift weekends are typically Friday and Saturday Call Requirement: None Charting System: Epic Patient Population: High-acuity medical ICU patients, including those with sepsis, ARDS, pneumonia, acute kidney injury, alcohol withdrawal, overdose, and respiratory failure Unit Characteristics: 20-bed MICU with an approximate 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio ICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois or confirmation that the licensure process has been initiated At least 1 year of recent ICU or MICU nursing experience Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association Demonstrated ability to interpret EKG strips and manage telemetry monitoring Experience caring for ventilated patients and troubleshooting respiratory equipment Proficiency with arterial lines, central lines, and titration of vasoactive and cardioactive medications Ability to float to lower-acuity units when needed; travelers float first and may care for up to 3 patients in stepdown or 4 patients in a general medical unit Willingness to complete unit orientation, including Epic training, educator instruction, shadowing, and precepted clinical shifts MICU Travel Nurse Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill adult patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit Perform focused and comprehensive assessments, identify changes in condition, and escalate concerns promptly Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms using bedside telemetry Manage ventilated patients and assist with respiratory equipment troubleshooting Assess and maintain arterial lines, central lines, and other critical-care devices Safely administer and titrate vasoactive, cardioactive, and other high-alert medications according to ordered parameters Collaborate with intensivists, attending providers, respiratory therapists, patient care technicians, and the interdisciplinary care team Document patient care accurately in Epic Educate patients and families and support them through complex acute-care situations Promote a safe, respectful, and patient-centered environment throughout every shift Location Highlights Peoria is a welcoming central Illinois community located along the Illinois River, offering a blend of scenic riverfront views, cultural attractions, historic neighborhoods, local dining, and outdoor recreation. Its convenient location provides an appealing balance of small-city accessibility and vibrant community amenities for healthcare professionals exploring the area during their assignment. Apply now for this ICU Registered Nurse travel contract and advance your critical care nursing career in Peoria, Illinois. 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 525915. 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.