ICU Float Registered Nurse
Chicago, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with an active IL license, BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications for a night shift position requiring mandatory floating and trauma center experience.

Responsibilities

• Position based in the ICU of a Level 1 Trauma Center
• Night shifts, 3x12 hours per week, 7:00pm - 7:30am
• No block scheduling or special shift requests permitted
• Every other weekend shift required (2 weekends per month)
• Mandatory floating within all ICU units including Burn ICU, CCU, Medical ICU, SICU, and Neuro ICU
• Potential to float to MS units to meet staffing needs
• May be required to float to facilities within a 50-mile radius with up to 2 hours' notice
• Initial orientation and preceptorship during day shift
• Cerner used for charting; prior Cerner experience preferred but not required
• RNs are expected to provide care to critically ill patients across diverse ICU specialties
• Strict RTO policy: maximum 5 days off total, no more than 2 consecutive, no time off on weekends, holidays, or the day before/after a holiday
• No RTO permitted during or adjacent to holidays; infractions may result in contract cancellation
• Navy blue scrubs required and not provided
• Compliance requirements must be completed before orientation, including lab work within 72 hours of offer acceptance
• Team-based model may be implemented when floated outside primary competency
• First week includes orientation and preceptoring on days

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care ICU experience
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Proof of COVID vaccination (booster not required)
• Must reside within 75 miles to be considered local
• Pending licenses not accepted

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts