Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Experience & Certifications

• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year ICU experience
• Required Certifications:
  • BLS (AHA)
  • ACLS (AHA)
• License: Active Illinois RN license or proof that the application process has been initiated

Unit Overview – Critical Care

• Number of Beds: 8
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:2–3
• Patient Population:
  • Respiratory failure
  • Post-surgical patients
  • Post-CVA
  • Post-trauma
  • Cardiac patients
  • Wound care
  • IV antibiotics

Required Skills & Competencies

• PEG tube care and feedings
• CVC, PICC, and Midline usage and care
• Tracheostomy care
• Management of sedated and ventilated patients
• Titration of vasopressors
• Sedation and pain management drips

Job

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus