GHR Healthcare is hiring: ICU | RN in Peoria

Overview

ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – High Acuity Unit, Peoria, Illinois. Advance your nursing career as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in the High Acuity Unit at a leading healthcare facility in Peoria, IL (zip code 61605). This permanent, full-time nursing job offers a supportive clinical environment where you can provide critical care to patients and grow professionally. Join our healthcare team in Peoria, a vibrant Illinois city known for its welcoming community, affordable living, and rich cultural attractions.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered care to critically ill patients in the ICU using the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation).
• Act as a patient advocate and supervise care delivered by nursing support staff.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Document assessments, care plans, and interventions accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Respond rapidly to changes in patient condition and initiate emergency interventions as needed.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with ICU protocols and nursing standards.
• Assist physicians with specialized procedures and diagnostic tests.
• Educate patients and families, participate in discharge planning, and coordinate care with other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
• Support onboarding and training of new nursing staff and engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois or eligibility to obtain (Illinois RN jobs).
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification (required prior to start).
• ACLS certification preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of ICU nursing experience required.
• Experience in rehabilitation or acute care setting preferred.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.

Job Details

• Location: Peoria, IL 61605
• Unit: High Acuity Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Registered Nurse position
• Shifts: 12-hour rotating shifts
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2020 - $2300 per week
• Start Date: September 15, 2025

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.