Neuro ICU RN
Evanston, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 22, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift contract requiring strong Neuro and Stroke ICU background and IL licensure.

Details

• Intensive Care Unit setting within a hospital environment
• Patient ratios of 1:2, sometimes 1:3
• 12-hour night shift schedule
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage as needed
• Floating required to other inpatient units and additional NorthShore worksites (Skokie, Highland Park, Glenbrook)
• No on-call requirements
• Uses EPIC EMR system

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association preferred; American Red Cross accepted for BLS)
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 2+ years of strong ICU experience, specifically in Neuro and Stroke
• 5+ years of experience preferred
• EPIC charting experience required and must be reflected in employment history
• Must pass an EKG test with a score of 80% or higher prior to consideration
• Must pass an on-site EKG test on Day 1 of orientation to continue the assignment
• New graduates not accepted
• Full SSN required for consideration
• Two current professional references from a Supervisor, Manager, or Charge nurse in a related area within the last year; at least one travel reference preferred

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care to critically ill ICU patients, including Neuro and Stroke cases
• Orientation includes 6-8 hours of classroom/EKG training on day shift followed by a 12-hour unit orientation
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Returning permanent or per diem staff must have a 12-month break in service before being submitted as a traveler
• RTO limited to a maximum of 7 days for 13-week contracts
• A brief onsite interview (10-15 minutes) is conducted by the hospital prior to placement