Travel ICU Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/17/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with an active IL license, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and recent acute care ICU experience.

• Work in various hospital ICU settings, including Burn ICU, CCU, Medical ICU, SICU, and Neuro ICU
• May float to Med-Surg units and potentially other Cook County facilities as needed
• Level 1 Trauma Center environment
• Three 12-hour shifts per week, 7:00 am to 7:30 pm, with every other weekend required
• Day shift orientation and precepting during the first week
• No block scheduling or special schedule requests are permitted
• Uses Cerner EMR system, prior experience preferred
• Float assignments may occur with as little as 2 hours notice
• All nurses are required to adhere to strict compliance deadlines, including lab work within 72 hours of accepting an assignment
• Returning nurses must recredential and repeat orientation regardless of prior employment length
• Holiday coverage is mandatory; no time off allowed before, on, or after a holiday
• Maximum 5 days of time off permitted, with no more than 2 consecutive days and no weekend RTO
• Navy blue scrubs required but not provided
• Team-based staffing model used if floated outside of primary competency
• First week consists of orientation and precepting

• Active IL RN license required at time of application
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care ICU experience required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Proof of COVID vaccine required; booster not required
• Must reside within a 75-mile radius; locals are accepted
• Must be willing and able to float between ICU units, Med-Surg units, and hospital facilities within a 50-mile radius as directed

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-661730. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.