Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,520 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 01 / 05 / 2026
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Travel ICU Registered Nurse – Neuro ICU Jobs in Peoria, Illinois

Advance your nursing career as a Travel ICU Registered Nurse in a leading Neuro Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU) in Peoria, IL (zip code 61637). This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the chance to provide critical care to patients with complex neurological conditions in a modern, 18-bed Neuro ICU. Discover rewarding healthcare jobs in Illinois while enjoying Peoria's vibrant riverfront, scenic parks, and welcoming community.

ICU Registered Nurse Job Details

Estimated Weekly Salary Range : $2100-$2250

Assignment Length : 13 weeks (Start : January 5, 2026 – End : April 6, 2026)

Healthcare Setting : Neuro Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Nursing Shifts : 12-hour nights (7 : 00pm – 7 : 00am), 3 shifts per week

Guaranteed Hours : 36 hours per week

Schedule : Rotating weekends and holidays

Charting System : EPIC

Location : Peoria, Illinois 61637

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois or proof of application in process

Minimum 1 year of recent ICU nursing experience (Neuro ICU experience preferred)

BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA required)

Proficient in ventriculostomy, NIH Stroke Scale Certification, ventilator management, arterial lines, central lines, tPA administration, acute stroke care, and post-craniectomy care

Skilled in titrating drips and managing critical care infusions

Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips (Phillips monitors)

Must pass a comprehensive drug screen (drug-free campus)

ICU Nurse Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care to critically ill neurological patients

Monitor and manage patients with acute strokes (with / without tPA), cranial surgeries, and ventriculostomies

Perform advanced ICU procedures, including ventilator management, arterial and central line care, and titration of critical drips

Interpret telemetry strips and respond promptly to changes in patient status

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians, respiratory therapists, and patient care technicians

Float to other hospital units as needed, including intermediate and general care floors

Participate in unit orientation (20 hours) and ongoing clinical training

Maintain accurate patient documentation using EPIC electronic health records

Apply now to join our Neuro ICU nursing team in Peoria, Illinois, and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #439579. 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 : ICU

About GHR Healthcare - Travel Division

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