American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Rockford, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Critical Care Float
- 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: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 3
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Float Pool position in Rockford, IL, requiring extensive cardiac and ICU experience with the ability to float across multiple units on night shifts.
Details
- Float pool position covering multiple units including Medical Surgical, Cardiac Telemetry, Stroke/Neuro, Step-Down, and ICU
- Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
- 13-week contract
- Floating required across various units and departments as needed
Requirements
- Active IL RN license currently in hand
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (education verification required)
- Current certifications: BLS/BCLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- ICU experience required
- Extensive cardiac experience required
- COVID-19 vaccination required
Additional Information
- Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in patient care
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies, procedures, and standards of care
- Develops, initiates, and executes individualized patient plans of care in collaboration with physicians and per hospital policy, including patient and family education
- Applies critical thinking to patient safety and experience, escalating concerns through the appropriate chain of command
- Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, which may include shared governance
- Provides clinical expertise and guidance to other units and departments in support of the patient's longitudinal plan of care
- Quick start position — candidates should be prepared for an expedited onboarding timeline
American Traveler Job ID #P-729248. 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 - Cardiac Telemetry
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.