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ICU Registered Nurse Jobs – Locum Tenens Travel Nursing Opportunity in Harvey, Illinois
Advance your nursing career with a rewarding locum tenens position as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Harvey, IL 60426. Join a leading healthcare team in a modern adult and geriatric Intensive Care Unit, just minutes from Chicago. This travel nursing job offers the chance to provide critical care in a supportive environment while enjoying the vibrant culture and amenities of the greater Chicago area.
Overview
ICU Nurse position in Harvey, IL for 13 weeks as a travel/contract assignment.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to critically ill adult and geriatric patients
- Monitor and manage arterial lines, central lines, and ventilated patients
- Interpret cardiac dysrhythmias and titrate cardiac/vasoactive drips
- Utilize advanced ICU equipment and participate in rapid response/code teams
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and float to other units as needed
- Document patient care accurately using Epic EMR
Job Details
- Job Title: ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Locum Tenens Travel Nurse
- Location: Harvey, Illinois 60426 (Chicago Metro Area)
- Healthcare Setting: Adult & Geriatric ICU, 24 beds
- Employment Type: Travel/Contract (13 weeks)
- Start Date: October 13, 2025
- End Date: January 12, 2026
- Shifts: 3x12-hour day shifts per week (06:45 – 19:15)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Estimated Weekly Salary: $1710 - $1750
- Patient Ratio: 1:2 (occasionally 1:3)
- Charting System: Epic EMR
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Floating: Required as needed
Qualifications
- Active Illinois RN license (required at submission)
- Minimum 1 year of recent ICU nursing experience
- BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association)
- NIHSS certification preferred
- Ability to pass EKG strip test during orientation
- COVID-19 vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
- Two professional references (one from direct supervisor/manager)
- Maximum 7 days of requested time off during contract
Benefits
- 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
About GHR
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing nurses and other healthcare professionals in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions. We partner with a dedicated career advisor to connect you with opportunities that align with your skills and goals. Explore opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.