Travel IMCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Rockford, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Intermediate Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Intermediate Care/Stepdown unit position requiring ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certification in a Level 1 trauma hospital.

• Work in a 23-bed Intermediate Care/Stepdown unit within an acute care, Level 1 trauma hospital
• Patient population includes stroke, cardiac, sepsis, and surgical cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3-4
• CNAs support the unit at ratios of 8-23 patients each
• Charge nurse coverage 24/7, typically without a patient assignment
• RNs required to titrate drips including heparin, nitro, cardizem, levo, cardene, and precedex
• Respiratory equipment used includes CPAP, BiPap, and high flow; RNs interpret their own telemetry strips
• 12-hour day shifts (7a-730p) with weekend rotation based on unit needs
• Holiday coverage required on a rotating basis
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required throughout the facility, excluding ER and OB
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active IL RN license required
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS (AHA)
• Minimum 1 year of relevant nursing experience required
• Experience with trach care, BiPap, stroke care, and IV titration required
• BSN not required for this position

• Provide stepdown-level nursing care for medically complex patients requiring close monitoring
• Any color professional scrub accepted; scrubs not provided
• Unit-specific orientation consists of 1-2 shifts
• COVID vaccination not required
• Local candidates welcome to apply with reduced rate applying to those within 50 miles of the facility

American Traveler Job  #P-771820. 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
- Telemetry
- Intermediate Care

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.