What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,860 per week position at Cross Country Nurses?
Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/30/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse position in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing high-quality care in a 36-bed ICU unit, with a focus on neuro, cardiac, and medical-surgical patients. The position requires strong ICU experience, proper certifications, and the ability to work night shifts.
Job Details
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Illinois license, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification, 2 years of ICU experience, and proficiency with EPIC charting.
- Preferred Qualifications: Not specified.
- Float: As needed.
- Additional Information:
- Start date is 08/30/2026, with a scheduled orientation on Wednesdays and Thursdays before the start date.
- Orientation is 6 hours and paid; no bill account.
- Must submit an updated resume, Skills Checklist (completed within the last 12 months), one reference (completed within the last 12 months), and IL license verification prior to orientation.
- Orientation hours are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday prior to start.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1302860. 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: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit
About Cross Country NursesYou care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Salary : $1,860