Travel ICU RN

Company: American Traveler
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Des Plaines, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/20/2026 - 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: Apr 20, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a night shift ICU position in Des Plaines, IL, requiring at least 1 year of ICU experience and an active IL RN license. Details - ICU setting at a hospital in Des Plaines, IL - Night shift schedule: 7:30 PM – 7:00 AM - 13-week contract - Floating is an expectation of this assignment - Sick calls on weekends (Friday 7 PM – Monday 7 AM) must be made up on the following weekend Requirements - Active IL RN license required - Certifications required: BLS and ACLS (American Heart Association or Red Cross), NIHSS, and DCI/BVP (Workplace Violence Prevention) - Minimum 1 year of ICU experience required - Candidates must have experience with the facility's EMR system Additional Information - No time off (RTO) approved for holidays - Local candidates are accepted - DOB and SSN are required for consideration - DCI/BVP certification can be completed via Relias, Healthcare Staffing Hire, or the free CDC resource at cdc.gov/niosh American Traveler Job ID P-689290. 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 About American Traveler 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.

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