American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Rockford, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Neuro ICU Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP 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: Oct 26, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level 1 Trauma Neuro ICU position requiring an active IL license and at least 3 years of critical care experience. Details Level 1 Trauma Center Neuro ICU setting within an acute care hospital Patient population includes complex trauma (head, chest, ABD, ortho), stroke with IV tPA/thrombectomy/embolization/aneurysm coiling, adult and pediatric burns (up to 17-20% BSA without respiratory involvement), and general medical/surgical critical care patients Utilizes CRRT, EVDs, and ICP monitoring Nurse to patient ratio of 1:2-3 Uses EPIC EMR 12-hour night shifts (7p-730a) Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday nights) Every other holiday required Floating required throughout the hospital (excluding ER and OB), capped at 1:4 ratio if floated to MedSurg No call or standby requirement Charge nurse available 24/7 and typically does not take patient assignments CNAs staffed on the unit, up to 2 per 17 patients Hospitalist in house 24/7 with eICU support for pulmonary after hours Central cardiac monitoring with Philips monitors; RNs responsible for reading their own EKG strips Respiratory therapy manages all vent/CPAP/BiPAP/high-flow equipment on the unit Requirements Active IL RN license required Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required NIHSS certification required; PALS preferred but not required Minimum 3 years of RN experience required Comfortable with ventilator management and medication/drip titration Experience with arterial lines and central lines required CRRT and EVD/ICP experience preferred Must be comfortable titrating all common ICU drips Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to complex trauma, stroke, burn, and general ICU patients 1-2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided Any color professional scrub permitted; additional scrubs recommended for burn patient dressing changes Local candidates welcome to apply No radius restriction for eligibility, though a reduced local rate applies to clinicians within 50 miles of the facility Requested time off must be submitted for consideration Negative drug screen required for all panels as part of facility's drug-free campus policy American Traveler Job ID P-771426. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.