Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,860 per week

Job Summary

The organization is seeking an experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse in Highland Park, Illinois. This position involves providing specialized patient care in a high-acuity setting, including ventilator management, arterial lines, and occasional balloon pump procedures. The role offers flexible floating to various units such as Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, or step-down units, to support patient needs across the facility. The assignment is scheduled for night shifts with a focus on delivering quality critical care.

Job Details

• Location: Highland Park, IL

• Schedule: Nights, 7:00 PM 7:00 AM, minimum of 36 hours per week

• Employment Type: Travel

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois nursing license

• CPR certification

• ACLS certification

• NIHSS certification

• Epic EMR experience

• Pass a passing EKG test

• Recent skills checklist

• One reference from the past year

• All active certifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with strong critical care skills

• Experience managing ventilators, arterial lines, and balloon pumps

Additional Information

• Start date: ASAP, within two weeks of offer

• Orientation scheduled for Monday, with credentials due by Thursday before start

• Orientation: 8 hours non-billable

• On-call requirement: Not applicable

• Weekend and holiday shifts are required on rotation

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan

• Referral bonus