Travel ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/23/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring active IL RN licensure and Level I or II trauma center experience.

• Level 2 trauma center ICU setting, 2nd floor, combined MICU/some SICU, 16 beds
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1 to 2
• Patient population includes CRRT, TTM, mass transfusions, ECMO, EEG monitoring, EVD, LP drains, neurosurgery, trauma, spinal injuries, sepsis, DKA, COVID, and post-cardiac cath care
• Performs bedside procedures including trachs, CT insertion, bronchs, art line insertion, and organ procurement
• RNs required to titrate drips including Precedex, pressors, anti-arrhythmics, and sedation
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts starting at 7, scheduled 6 weeks in advance
• Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday, both shifts)
• Included in holiday rotation with core staff
• Floating required as help-all to PCU/CVICU, though infrequent
• No call or standby requirement
• Charge nurse typically a staff nurse on days; house supervisor may serve as charge on nights with a reduced assignment
• 24/7 in-house intensivist/hospitalist coverage and dedicated respiratory therapy support
• Tele monitor tech available; RNs responsible for interpreting their own strips using Draeger monitors

• Active IL RN license required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; PALS preferred
• Level I or Level II trauma center experience required
• Experience in hospitals with 300+ beds required
• Heavy cardiac experience preferred
• Experience pulling sheaths and CRRT experience highly preferred
• BSN not required

• Provide critical care nursing to complex ICU patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions
• Unit staffed with nurse aides to support patient care
• One 12-hour shift of unit-specific orientation on hire, with an extended first day for competencies and computer-based modules
• Black scrubs required
• Cancellation policy allows 3 shifts per 13-week (or longer) contract or 2 shifts per 12-week (or shorter) contract

American Traveler Job  #P-781534. 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.