GHR Healthcare
Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,142 per week
GHR Healthcare, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline:
RN
Start Date:
01/06/2026
Duration:
13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:
12 hours
Employment Type:
Travel
ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Jobs in Chicago, IL
Key Job Details – ICU Nursing Jobs in Chicago
Location:
Chicago, IL 60612
Assignment Type:
Travel Registered Nurse
Healthcare Setting:
Level 1 Trauma Center; Burn ICU, CCU, Medical ICU, SICU, Neuro ICU
Shift:
3x12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Guaranteed Hours:
36 hours per week
Contract Duration:
13 weeks (Start: 12/9/2025 – End: 3/10/2026)
Weekend Requirement:
Every other weekend (2 weekends per month)
Floating:
Required between ICU units and Med-Surg units
Orientation:
First week on day shift for orientation and precepting
Estimated Weekly Salary:
$1910-$1960
ICU RN Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience in an ICU setting
Active Illinois Registered Nurse license (must be in hand at submission)
BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
Experience with Cerner charting system preferred
COVID-19 and Flu vaccines required (no COVID-19 exemptions; medical/religious exemptions for Flu only)
Ability to float between various ICU specialties and Med-Surg units
Strong compliance and responsiveness to deadlines
ICU Nurse Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced ICU environment
Monitor and manage patients with complex conditions, including ventilator support, vasoactive drips, and advanced cardiac monitoring
Perform and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs), manage central and arterial lines, and titrate IV vasopressors
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans
Maintain accurate electronic documentation using Cerner
Follow strict infection control and isolation protocols
Float between ICU units and Med-Surg units as needed to support facility operations
Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.
We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.
We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job 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.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #434267. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ICU
About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.
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Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline:
RN
Start Date:
01/06/2026
Duration:
13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:
12 hours
Employment Type:
Travel
ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Jobs in Chicago, IL
Key Job Details – ICU Nursing Jobs in Chicago
Location:
Chicago, IL 60612
Assignment Type:
Travel Registered Nurse
Healthcare Setting:
Level 1 Trauma Center; Burn ICU, CCU, Medical ICU, SICU, Neuro ICU
Shift:
3x12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Guaranteed Hours:
36 hours per week
Contract Duration:
13 weeks (Start: 12/9/2025 – End: 3/10/2026)
Weekend Requirement:
Every other weekend (2 weekends per month)
Floating:
Required between ICU units and Med-Surg units
Orientation:
First week on day shift for orientation and precepting
Estimated Weekly Salary:
$1910-$1960
ICU RN Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience in an ICU setting
Active Illinois Registered Nurse license (must be in hand at submission)
BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
Experience with Cerner charting system preferred
COVID-19 and Flu vaccines required (no COVID-19 exemptions; medical/religious exemptions for Flu only)
Ability to float between various ICU specialties and Med-Surg units
Strong compliance and responsiveness to deadlines
ICU Nurse Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced ICU environment
Monitor and manage patients with complex conditions, including ventilator support, vasoactive drips, and advanced cardiac monitoring
Perform and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs), manage central and arterial lines, and titrate IV vasopressors
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans
Maintain accurate electronic documentation using Cerner
Follow strict infection control and isolation protocols
Float between ICU units and Med-Surg units as needed to support facility operations
Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.
We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.
We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job 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.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #434267. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ICU
About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.
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