Local Contract

ICU Registered Nurse
Chicago, IL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$50-54/hour

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Overview

Start Date03/09/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration12 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay

$50-54/hour

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Qualifications

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

License

Illinois Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Travel RN - ICU (Critical Care)

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

Critical Care Registered Nurses provide care for patients with severe medical issues such as heart attack, stroke, shock, severe trauma, and respiratory distress. Responsibilities include:

Assessing patient conditions and implementing care plans
Treating wounds and providing advanced life support
Assisting physicians with procedures
Monitoring and recording vital signs
Managing ventilators, monitors, and other medical equipment (including adjusting ventilator/IABP)
Administering IV fluids and medications
Suctioning
Collaborating with the critical care team
Responding to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols
Acting as patient advocate
Educating and supporting patient families
Caring for pre- and post-operative patients
Floating to LTAC units as needed based on facility census

Required Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois or multi-state RN license
Minimum 1 year of critical care nursing experience
Ventilator and tracheostomy experience required
ACLS and BLS certifications (American Heart Association)

Additional Information

Contract length: 12 weeks
Candidates must be willing to float to LTAC units depending on census

Notes

Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this role.
EMR experience and specific shift details were not provided.
Dress code, parking, and other facility-specific details are not included.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1034 reviews)

222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Cassie Jo is an absolute ROCKSTAR. She is on top of everything, insanely quick to respond, always ready to remedy any confusion or errors, such an incredible nurse advocate—will go to bat for you in the blink of an eye—as organized as anything I’ve ever seen, and just genuinely kind, caring, and compassionate. I seriously cannot say enough incredible things about her. She is the best and I am so thankful for all of her help, guidance, knowledge, organization, reassurance, skill, and friendliness.

Cons

absolutely NOTHING.

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

Anna Beth K

Pediatrics (RN)

Review of Cassie Marchi on Feb 4, 2026

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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.

Weather

Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.

Transportation

Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).

Demographics

Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.

Things to Do

Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.

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