Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,102 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Belleville, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU Night position at a Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Belleville, IL, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and proficiency with CRRT/CVVHD and IABP.

Details

• Acute care Magnet-designated hospital with 222 staffed beds
• ICU setting with a 1:2 patient ratio
• Night shift schedule: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM (3x12-hour shifts)
• Weekend requirement: 3 out of every 6 weeks
• Floating may be required within scope to IMCU and ICU as needed
• No on-call responsibilities
• Charting is done in Epic; experience with Epic is required
• Free parking available on-site

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required; pending IL license is acceptable for consideration
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Experience with CRRT/CVVHD and IABP required
• Experience assisting with line insertions and intubation required
• Familiarity with hypothermia protocols required
• Epic EMR experience required

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include assisting with line insertions, intubation, CRRT/CVVHD management, IABP management, and hypothermia protocol implementation
• Navy scrubs are required
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates; candidates within 75 miles are eligible but will be offered a local rate
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Former permanent employees of any BJC facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may remain at a BJC facility for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Block scheduling is not available for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-727503. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.