Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Kankakee, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Intermediate Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position available in a healthcare facility setting. The role involves providing patient care in a 22-bed unit specializing in cardiac, respiratory, and post-operative care. The assignment offers an opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team and utilize advanced clinical skills in a dynamic environment.
Job Details
Position Description: RN in the IMCU with responsibilities including managing patients with diagnoses such as cardiac, post-surgical, and respiratory conditions. The unit does not utilize ventilators but manages complex cases like pacemakers, trachs, and continuous CPAP/Bipap.
Certifications and Education Requirements: Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support); Illinois RN license in hand; minimum of 1 year of clinical experience.
Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, from 5 AM to 5:30 PM.
Additional Information: The role requires EPIC electronic medical record experience and a positive attitude. Experience with titrating drips such as Cardizem, amiodarone, nitro, insulin, and heparin is preferred. The unit has a team lead during the day and nurse aides on staff. Float to other units such as PCU or med-surg may be required.
Submission Requirements: Candidates must have a valid Illinois license, EPIC experience, and be within 50 miles of the facility to be considered for the adjusted billing rate.
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 #1326252. 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
Kankakee, IL
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Advanced Life Support (ALS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
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Cardiologyunmatched
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Epic Systemsunmatched
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Pacemakerunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
Pulmonary Diseaseunmatched
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Team Lead/Managerunmatched
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