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Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – Night Shift, Chicago, IL

Advance your nursing career with a high-impact Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) position at a leading Level 1 Trauma Center in Chicago, IL (60612). This travel nursing job offers hands-on experience in multiple ICU specialties, professional growth, and the chance to explore all that Chicago healthcare has to offer. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in a dynamic, high-acuity environment while enjoying the vibrant city lifestyle, renowned dining, and scenic lakefront views.

ICU Registered Nurse Job Details

• Location: Chicago, IL 60612 (Illinois nursing jobs)
• Facility: Level 1 Trauma Center with Burn ICU, CCU, Medical ICU, SICU, and Neuro ICU units
• Position Type: Travel RN Contract
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: September 2, 2025
• Schedule: 3x12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Total Hours: 36 hours per week
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1910 - $1960
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (2 weekends per month)
• Floating: Required between ICU units and to Med/Surg units within a 50-mile radius
• EMR: Cerner
• Scrub Color: Navy Blue (not provided)
• Parking: $2/day with shuttle service
  
  

ICU RN Qualifications

• Current and active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license (required at submission)
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care ICU nursing experience
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• COVID-19 vaccination required (no exemptions)
• Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions accepted)
• Ability to float between ICU specialties and Med/Surg units as needed
• Strong clinical communication and adaptability skills
  
  

ICU Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill patients in various ICU specialties
• Monitor and manage ventilated patients, titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips, interpret ABGs and dysrhythmias
• Perform arterial and central line care, continuous IV sedation, and manage multi-system organ failure
• Implement isolation precautions and ensure proper PPE usage
• Accurately document patient care using Cerner EMR
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Float to different ICU and Med/Surg units as required to support hospital needs
  
  

Apply now to join our Chicago healthcare team as a Travel ICU Registered Nurse and take the next step in your nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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