Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Peru, 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 an active IL RN license and critical care experience.

• Acute care setting within an 8-bed Intensive Care Unit
• Patient ratios of 1:2, with potential increase to 1:3 depending on acuity and overflow
• Common diagnoses include sepsis, ARDS, ARF, cardiac dysrhythmias, post-operative complex care, overdose, and behavioral health medical complexities
• Requires central line care, arterial line management, bedside bronchoscopy assistance, and cardiac arrest response per AHA guidelines
• RNs are required to titrate drips including cardizem, propofol, amiodarone, nor epinephrine, and precedex
• Hospitalists on-site 24/7, with Nocturnist and Critical Care physicians available 7am-7pm
• Respiratory Therapy available 24/7 with vent, BiPAP, CPAP, and heated high-flow equipment
• No telemetry monitoring or monitor techs on this unit
• EPIC EMR used for charting
• 12-hour night shift schedule
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• No call or standby requirement
• Floating to Medical Surgical units in Peru and Ottawa may be required

• Active IL RN license required, or must confirm application process has been initiated
• BLS and ACLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• ACLS certification required for this specialty
• Must provide last four digits of SSN and middle initial for consideration
• Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels as OSF is a Drug-Free Campus

• Provide direct critical care nursing to complex ICU patients including titration of high-risk medications
• No nurse aides on this unit; RNs manage full scope of patient care
• Unit-specific orientation consists of 2 shifts
• Must wear solid color scrubs or OSF attire per facility dress code policy
• Local rate applies to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
• COVID vaccination is not required for this position
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-763275. 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.