Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,268 per week

GHR Healthcare 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 : 11 / 10 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours Employment Type : Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Neuro ICU Travel Nursing Job in Peoria, Illinois Advance your nursing career as a Neuro ICU Registered Nurse (RN) with a top-rated healthcare facility in Peoria, IL (zip code 61637). This travel nursing assignment offers experienced ICU nurses the chance to provide specialized neurological care in a state-of-the-art, 18-bed Neuro Intensive Care Unit. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in the lives of patients with complex neurological conditions in the heart of Illinois. Compensation Estimated Weekly Salary Range : $1,880 - $2,020 Neuro ICU RN Job Details Location : Peoria, Illinois 61637 (Central Illinois healthcare jobs) Unit : Neuro (Science) ICU Setting : Acute Care, 18-bed Neuro ICU Assignment Type : Travel Registered Nurse (RN) Start Date : November 10, 2025 End Date : February 9, 2026 Duration : 13-week contract Shifts : 12-hour nights (7 : 00pm – 7 : 00am), 3 shifts / week Guaranteed Hours : 36 hours / week Schedule : Rotating weekends and holidays Charting System : EPIC electronic health record Registered Nurse Qualifications Active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license or proof of application (required for Illinois nursing jobs) Minimum 1 year of recent ICU RN experience (Neuro ICU experience preferred) BLS (Basic Life Support) certification – American Heart Association ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification – AHA NIH Stroke Scale Certification Proficiency with ventriculostomy, ventilators, arterial lines, central lines, tPA administration, acute stroke management, and post-craniectomy care Ability to titrate IV drips as ordered by physicians Willingness to float to other nursing units as needed Must pass a comprehensive drug screen (drug-free campus policy) ICU RN Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, compassionate care to Neuro ICU patients with acute neurological diagnoses, including strokes (with / without tPA) and cranial surgeries Monitor and manage patients using advanced ICU equipment : ventilators, arterial lines, and central lines Titrate and administer IV drips per physician orders Interpret and monitor cardiac telemetry strips (Phillips monitors) Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams : charge nurses, house supervisors, and patient care techs Participate in a 20-hour unit-specific orientation Float to intermediate and general care units as needed, adapting to various nurse-patient ratios Maintain accurate documentation in the EPIC charting system Comply with all hospital policies, safety, and infection control standards 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 Job ID 425747. 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 For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.