Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• 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 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring critical care skills and an active IL RN license.

• Work in a High Acuity/ICU unit within an acute care hospital setting
• 8-bed critical care unit with 1:2-3 nurse-to-patient ratios
• Patient population includes respiratory failure, post-surgical, wound care, IV antibiotics, post-CVA, post-trauma, and cardiac cases
• Care for sedated, ventilated patients including tracheostomy and PEG tube management
• Manage CVC, PICC, and midline lines with associated care
• Titrate common ICU drips such as Precedex, Propofol, Fentanyl, Versed, Lasix, Insulin, Amiodarone, Nitro, Levophed, Dopamine, and Cardizem
• Utilizes EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts from 7pm to 7:30am
• Every other weekend required, plus additional shifts to fill gaps
• Holiday rotation required, plus additional shifts to fill gaps
• No current call or standby requirement, though subject to change
• May float to Medical-Surgical unit
• RT staff available in-house 24/7 to support ventilator, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow equipment
• House Supervisor available 24/7
• Telemetry centrally monitored by dedicated telemetry tech
• Hospitalist/Intensivist on-site during dayshift, with tele-health MD support after hours

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Skilled in vasopressor, sedation, and pain control drip titration
• Experience with ventilated and tracheostomy patients required
• Experience with CVC, PICC, midline, and PEG tube care required
• Must be able to produce a negative drug screen for all panels

• Provide primary bedside care as no nurse aides or patient care techs are present on this unit
• Complete classroom orientation per facility policy plus 2 shifts with a preceptor
• Scrubs required in any color, with only facility-approved t-shirts permitted
• Local candidates accepted, with a reduced rate applying to those within 50 miles of the facility
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-763278. 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

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.