Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,218 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Alton, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• 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: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Nights ICU position requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience and IL licensure.

Details

• Work in the ICU (MICU) of an acute care hospital setting
• 12-bed unit with a max census of 11, including 1 bed reserved for inpatient dialysis
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3, occasionally caring for IMU patients
• Common diagnoses include CHF, COPD, sepsis, MI, DKA, COVID, and ventilated patients
• RNs are required to titrate common ICU drips such as paralytics, sedatives, cardizem, and amio
• Charge nurse and Administrative House Supervisor on-site 24/7, with charge nurse taking a patient assignment
• Hospitalist in-house 22/7 with on-call coverage from 5A-7A, and Intensivist available by phone 24/7
• RT manages ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow equipment; RNs troubleshoot as needed
• Monitor tech on-site watching ICU and tele patients; cardiac rhythm interpretation preferred
• 12-hour night shifts, scheduled 630p-7a
• Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday)
• Every other holiday coverage required
• No call or standby requirements
• ICU travelers may float to Med Surg as needed
• Uses EPIC EMR

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Acute care hospital experience required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Negative drug screen required for all panels

Additional Information

• Provide direct ICU nursing care including drip titration and monitoring of critically ill patients
• Primary care unit with no nurse aids or patient care techs
• Unit orientation includes 3 days: online modules and general facility orientation on day 1, followed by 2 days on the floor with a preceptor
• Scrub color is navy blue and is not provided
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a local pay rate
• Cancellation policy allows up to 12 hours off per 13-week assignment with no penalty

American Traveler Job ID #P-737909. 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.