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: 09/20/2026
Duration: 12 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: An Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse is sought for a 36-bed ICU in an unspecified location. The role involves providing specialized critical care in a high-acuity environment, with responsibilities aligned to the units neuro, cardiac, and medical-surgical specialties. The position requires a dedicated healthcare professional capable of delivering quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.
Job Details:
Position: ICU Nurse
Location: Unspecified
Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: IL License, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, EPIC Charting experience, 2+ years of ICU experience
Preferred Qualifications: Not specified
Additional Information: The ICU has 36 beds divided equally among neuro, cardiac, and medical-surgical units. The nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 1:2 or 2-3 depending on patient acuity. Orientation occurs on Wednesdays and Thursdays, with 6 hours of paid orientation before the start date. Credential verification is required by Thursday before the shift begins. No on-call or holiday requirements unless needed.
Submission Requirements: Updated resume, Skills Checklist (completed within 12 months), one reference (completed within 12 months), IL license verification.
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 #1310616. 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 / Intensive 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
Arlington Heights, IL
Skills
Acute Careunmatched
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