Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Rockford, IL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,268/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Rockford, IL 61114. This travel contract offers a rewarding opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care in a leading hospital environment. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in Rockford—a vibrant Illinois community known for its beautiful parks, riverfront attractions, and welcoming neighborhoods.
ICU Registered Nurse Job Details
- Job Title: ICU Registered Nurse (RN)
- Location: Rockford, IL 61114
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Contract
- Start Date: December 21, 2025
- End Date: March 22, 2026
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (12 Hour Night Shifts)
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Openings: 2 ICU RN positions
- Healthcare Setting: ICU, Step Down, Telemetry, Med-Surg
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
- Current BLS (CPR), ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Minimum 1 year of recent ICU nursing experience or acute care (Step Down, Telemetry, Med-Surg)
- Extensive cardiac care experience required
- Strong clinical, critical thinking, and communication skills
ICU Nurse Responsibilities
- Deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Administer medications and treatments according to hospital policies and nursing standards
- Accurately document patient care and progress in electronic health records
- Develop and implement individualized patient care plans as directed by physicians
- Educate patients and families on care plans, health management, and recovery
- Participate in unit performance improvement and shared governance activities
- Provide clinical support and expertise to other hospital departments as needed
- Utilize advanced critical thinking skills to ensure patient safety and escalate concerns appropriately
Take the next step in your nursing career—apply now for this ICU Registered Nurse job in Rockford, Illinois! Join our healthcare team and make a real impact in patient care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare
Pros
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Cons
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About Rockford, IL
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Rockford, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Rockford, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Average summer highs in Rockford, IL are around 83°F, while winter lows can drop to around 14°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Rockford, IL, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the help of local real estate agencies and online rental platforms.
- Rockford, IL is car-friendly with easily navigable roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger metropolitan areas.
- Rockford, IL has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Rockford, IL offers a variety of things to do, including a vibrant restaurant scene, cultural and art museums, music venues, sports facilities, and outdoor attractions such as the Anderson Japanese Gardens and the River District along the Rock River.
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