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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Nursing Job – 13-Week Contract in Freeport, Illinois Experienced ICU Registered Nurses are invited to bring their critical care expertise to an 8-bed Intensive Care Unit in Freeport, Illinois. This travel nursing contract offers the opportunity to care for medically and surgically complex patients while working with a supportive interdisciplinary team. Freeport is a welcoming northwestern Illinois community known for its small-town charm, parks, historic character, and convenient access to regional amenities.

ICU Travel Nurse Job Details Specialty: Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (ICU RN)

Location: Freeport, Illinois Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250–$2,370 Contract Length: 13 weeks Start Date: November 2, 2026 Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts Shift Schedule: 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; every other weekend required Holiday Requirement: Holiday rotation Orientation: Two 12-hour department-specific orientation shifts Charting System: Meditech ICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements Current Registered Nurse license valid in Illinois At least 2 years of recent Intensive Care Unit nursing experience Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications Demonstrated ability to care for high-acuity patients and manage titratable medications Ability to run or participate in facility code responses Previous travel nursing experience preferred Meditech experience preferred Strong patient assessment, prioritization, communication, and teamwork skills ICU Registered Nurse Responsibilities Provide primary nursing care for critically ill medical and surgical patients, typically at a 1:2–3 nurse-to-patient ratio. Care for patients with conditions including sepsis, stroke, diabetic ketoacidosis, pneumonia, alcohol withdrawal, and post-cath recovery needs. Safely administer and titrate medications such as norepinephrine, phenylephrine, propofol, fentanyl, Precedex, insulin, and other critical care therapies. Monitor patient status, interpret telemetry strips, recognize changes in condition, and escalate concerns appropriately. Lead or actively participate in code responses and provide timely emergency interventions. Collaborate with hospitalists, respiratory therapists, nursing leadership, support staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team. Complete accurate clinical documentation and use available electronic monitoring and charting tools. Float to Med-Surg, Telemetry, or the Emergency Department when needed and assume a full patient assignment. Apply now for this ICU travel nursing opportunity in Freeport, Illinois, and join a collaborative healthcare team.

Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision 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 529686.

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: 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.