Travel Critical Care RN - $2,347 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 10/26/2026 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: Oct 26, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a High Acuity Unit night shift position requiring critical care skills including drip titration and ventilator management. Details Work in the DMCC High Acuity Unit, an 8-bed ICU within an acute care hospital Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3 Patient population includes respiratory failure, post-surgical, wound care, IV antibiotics, post-CVA, post-trauma, and cardiac patients Care involves PEG tube feedings, CVC/PICC/Midline management, and tracheostomy care Responsible for caring for sedated, ventilated patients and titrating vasopressors, sedation, and pain control drips Common titratable drips include Precedex, Propofol, Fentanyl, Versed, Lasix, Insulin, Amiodarone, Nitro, Levophed, Dopamine, and Cardizem 12-hour night shifts from 7pm-7:30am Every other weekend required plus additional shifts to fill scheduling gaps Holiday rotation required plus additional shifts to fill scheduling gaps No call or standby requirement at this time, though subject to change May float to Medical-Surgical unit EPIC EMR used RT staff available in-house 24/7 with vent, CPAP, BiPap, and High Flow equipment management required of RNs Hardwired Phillips telemetry monitors centrally monitored by a dedicated telemetry tech House Supervisor available 24/7 No nurse aides or patient care techs on unit; RNs provide primary care Requirements Active IL RN license or confirmation that application process has been initiated Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required Critical care/ICU experience required Skills in PEG tube care, CVC/PICC/Midline management, tracheostomy care, and ventilator management required Experience titrating vasopressors, sedation, and pain control drips required Additional Information Provide direct, hands-on critical care nursing to ICU patients without support from aides or techs Classroom orientation per facility policy plus 2 shifts on the unit with a preceptor Scrubs only in any color, with only facility-approved t-shirts permitted Local candidates are welcome to apply Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a local rate Requested time off must be submitted for consideration American Traveler Job ID P-768108. 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.