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ICU Registered Nurse
Chicago, Illinois
Kindred Hospital - Chicago (North Campus)

$2,005-2,433/week

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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.

Facility

Kindred Hospital - Chicago (North Campus)

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Long Term Acute Care

ADDRESS2544 West Montrose AvenueChicago, IL 60618

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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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