Travel Emergency Room Nurse (RN) in Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years ER RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Discover the vibrant energy of Chicago as a traveling nurse and immerse yourself in a city renowned for its rich culture, diverse culinary scene, and world-class museums. Relocating here offers more than just professional adventure: you’ll enhance your clinical skills in a thriving environment alongside teams committed to innovative, high-quality emergency care. Chicago’s dynamic healthcare landscape presents unique opportunities for knowledge exchange, learning new workflows, and collaborating with respected leaders in emergency medicine—all of which will strengthen your expertise and broaden your resume.

Schedule/Hours:

• Day shifts: 0700-1900, 1100-2300
• Evening shifts: 1500-0300
• Night shifts: 1900-0700
• Flexible scheduling with weekend and holiday rotation (as needed)
• NO on-call; 4-week schedules posted two weeks in advance

Qualifications:

• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• Minimum 2 years of recent Emergency Department (ED) experience (community or acute care)
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS (American Heart Association), NIH Stroke Scale
• Proficiency in EMR documentation (EPIC preferred)
• Strong IV, cardiac rhythm monitoring, and ventilator management skills
• Quick learner who excels in high-acuity, fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication, assessment, and critical thinking abilities
• Comfortable working independently and adapting to new policies and standards
• Professional, punctual, and reliable

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive care to neonates through geriatrics, including chest pain, respiratory distress, stroke, sepsis, and more
• Safely manage a 1:4-5 nurse-to-patient ratio in a 24-bed ED with additional fast-track bays
• Collaborate with physicians, NPs, PAs, RTs, and support staff
• Maintain meticulous documentation and uphold patient safety standards
• Flexibly support departmental staffing needs and float as required

Benefits and Perks:

• Tax-advantaged stipends for housing and meals
• Premium travel and relocation assistance
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• 401(k) with employer match for future security
• Professional stability through a reputable travel nurse program
• Free parking and navy blue scrubs provided
• Expand your professional network while enjoying all that Chicago has to offer during your downtime

Ready to advance your emergency nursing career and experience life in an iconic American city? Submit your application today and seize this rewarding travel opportunity!

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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