Travel Neuro ICU RN - $2,236 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Neuro ICU Discipline : RN Start Date : 10 / 27 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, days Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position in Illinois, requiring ICU skills, neuro experience, and an active IL RN license. Responsibilities Work in an 18-bed Neuro ICU within an acute care hospital setting Patient population includes strokes (with or without tPA), ventriculostomies, craniectomies, and acute neurological conditions Nurse : patient ratio is 1 : 2 in Neuro ICU, 1 : 3 when floated to intermediate, and 1 : 4 on general floors Travelers are required to float first and may float to any unit including intermediate or general floors Work schedule is three 12-hour day shifts (7a–7p) per week, with every other weekend and rotating holidays required Ventilators, arterial lines, central lines, and titratable drips are commonly used Nurses read and interpret their own telemetry strips using Phillips monitors; telemetry tech is staffed on each shift EMR system used is Epic Responsibilities include managing acute neuro patients, performing stroke interventions, and providing ICU-level care You will be supported by a charge nurse (who may be free or take an assignment) and a 24 / 7 house supervisor Nurse aides or patient care techs are provided, working at a 9 : 1 ratio Unit-specific orientation includes 20 hours (1 eight-hour and 1 twelve-hour shift) Travelers float first within the facility as needed Holiday rotations occur every other holiday Scrub color or dress code is not specified Local candidates are accepted but will be offered a local rate if residing within 50 miles Requirements Active IL RN license is required Minimum of 1 year ICU experience with neuro focus Current ACLS and BLS (AHA) certifications required NIH Stroke Scale certification required Experience with ventriculostomies, ventilators, arterial lines, central lines, tPA administration, and acute stroke management required Ability to titrate all types of drips as per physician orders Must be capable of working with ventilator, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen equipment Experience with Epic EMR is required or preferred Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-617642. 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 - Neuro 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.