Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care - $1,990 per week

Job Summary

The organization is seeking an Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) Registered Nurse (RN) in Springfield, Illinois. The role involves providing patient care within a fast-paced, Level I trauma unit, supporting diverse patient diagnoses, and managing complex medical conditions. The RN will join a highly skilled team, delivering advanced clinical support and collaborating with interdisciplinary staff to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Job Details

• Position / Specialty: IMCU / Intermediate Care Unit
• Shift: 3x12 Days (0645-1915) with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Experience Requirements: Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience required; first-timers not accepted
• Certifications Required: BLS and NIHSS; ACLS preferred
• Schedule: Days, 36 hours/week, including every other weekend
• Float: Will float as needed within scope to meet facility needs
• RTO Restrictions: Ideally no more than 5 days; discuss with manager for flexibility

Additional Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in telemetry, neuro stepdown, or PCU/IMC units
• Ability to interpret dysrhythmias, manage telemetry, and utilize Rapid Response Teams
• Proficiency with post-cardiac procedures (e.g., MI, Cath, surgery recovery), feeding tube care, dialysis management, IV therapy, and medication administration protocols
• Experience with neurological, orthopedics, plastic surgery, and respiratory patient care essential
• Must be able to care for ventilated patients, manage chest tubes, and perform airway management
• Must have active Illinois license; pending license not accepted
• No on-call requirement; no travel or housing stipends included

Unit Details

• Very fast-paced unit with high patient throughput, averaging four patients per RN
• Patients include all diagnoses managed on a Level I trauma center unit with interdisciplinary support such as physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, and rapid response teams
• Capable of managing tracheostomies with ventilators and other complex respiratory equipment

Additional Notes

• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Duration of assignment: flexible, starting on 08/03/2026
• Must complete all compliance and certification requirements prior to start date

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits