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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a Level 1 Trauma Center assignment in Illinois requiring an active IL RN license and strong floating flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Work in various ICU units, including Burn ICU, CCU, Medical ICU, SICU, and Neuro ICU of a hospital setting
• May be required to float to med-surg units as needed to support staffing
• Mandatory floating within scope and between multiple facilities within 50 miles
• Shift schedule consists of 3x12 hour day shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM) with every other weekend required
• Orientation and precepting take place on day shift during the first week
• Uses Cerner EMR; Cerner experience preferred but not required
• RNs must be prepared to float between units and potentially to other facilities within the health system as directed
• Team-based model will be used when floated outside of primary competency area
• Strict compliance and documentation deadlines must be met prior to onboarding
• Navy blue scrubs required and are not provided
• No block scheduling or special scheduling requests are allowed
• Up to 5 days of RTO allowed, with no more than 2 consecutive days and no RTO on weekends or around holidays
• Returning employees must complete full recredentialing and orientation
• First week includes orientation and precepting shift on days
• Holiday coverage required; no holiday or adjacent day RTO allowed

Requirements

• Active IL RN license in hand at time of consideration; no pending licenses accepted
• Minimum of 2 years recent acute care ICU experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must provide proof of all required vaccinations (COVID vaccine required; booster not required)
• Must complete lab work within 72 hours of accepting assignment
• Candidates must reside within a 75-mile radius for local rate eligibility

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