Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Intermediate Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position located in a Level I trauma center. This fast-paced assignment involves providing specialized care to adult patients with a variety of diagnoses, utilizing advanced cardiac and neurological skills. The RN will deliver high-quality patient care within a 38-bed unit, supporting interdisciplinary teams and utilizing Cerner charting systems.
Job Details
Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Valid Illinois RN license, BLS certification, NIHSS certification, minimum 1 year of relevant experience, and experience in telemetry, neurology, and stepdown care.
Preferred Qualifications: ACLS certification, experience with Cerner electronic charting, and level I trauma unit experience.
Float: Will float as needed within scope to meet facility demands.
Additional Information:
Need to interpret dysrhythmias, manage post-cardiac procedures, and handle ventilated patients.
Must be proficient in IV therapy, medication management, and advanced cardiac monitoring.
Experience with tracheostomy care, neuro trauma, orthopedic trauma, and wound care preferred.
The unit offers interdisciplinary support including respiratory therapy, radiology, and pharmacy.
Orientation includes 24 hours of virtual training; completion required within 1 week of start date.
Travelers must be prepared for high patient throughput with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4, with charge nurses managing four patients.
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 #1321607. 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: Registered Nurse / Intermediate Care Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
You 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Springfield, IL
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Cardiac Monitoringunmatched
Cardiologyunmatched
Cernerunmatched
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Intravenous Therapiesunmatched
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Medicationsunmatched
Neuro-Intensive Care Unitunmatched
Neurologyunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Managementunmatched
Orthopedicsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Pharmacyunmatched
Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
Radiologyunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Respiratory Therapyunmatched
Telemetryunmatched
Tracheotomyunmatched
Wound Careunmatched
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