Travel Nurse RN - SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
Peoria, IL
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,160/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
The organization is seeking a Surgical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a night-shift assignment in an acute care setting. The position involves providing specialized care for post-surgical, trauma, and multi-system patients, with responsibilities including titration of drips, interpretation of monitor strips, and collaboration with intensivists.
Job Details
- Position: ICU SURGICAL RN Surgical Intensive Care Unit
- Location: Not specified
- Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA); minimum 1 year ICU surgical experience; active IL license or initiated application process; last four digits of SSN; confirmation of eligibility for Illinois licensure; understanding of OSF policies and procedures.
- Preferred Qualifications: Level I trauma experience, ICU experience, ability to titrate drips including pressors, sedation, paralytics, and insulin.
- Responsibilities: Care for post-surgical, trauma, and multi-system trauma patients; manage ventilator equipment including Vents, CPAP, Bipap; read and interpret monitor strips; collaborate with in-house intensivists and telemedicine support; participate in unit-specific orientation and shadowing.
- Schedule and Shift Details: 12-hour night shifts from approximately 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with a six-week rotating weekend schedule and holiday coverage every other holiday. Floating may be required, including full teams to lower care levels.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Peoria, IL
About
The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.
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