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Concentric Healthcare Staffing lists this Travel ICU RN - $2,187 per week opportunity in remote, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Peru, Illinois.
Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Candidates residing within 50-100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.
Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.
Job TitleRegistered Nurse - ICU
LocationPeru, IL Acute Care
Schedule / Job TypeContract 12-Hour Night Shifts Every Other Weekend Required Every Other Holiday Required
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care in an 8-bed ICU setting with a standard 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio, which may adjust to 1:3 based on acuity or overflow/stepdown patients
Manage complex diagnoses including sepsis, ARDS, acute renal failure, cardiac dysrhythmias, post-operative complex care, overdose, and behavioral health medical complexities
Titrate drips including cardizem, propofol, amiodarone, norepinephrine, and precedex per protocol
Perform and maintain central line care, arterial line management, and assist with bedside bronchoscopy; respond to cardiac arrests following AHA guidelines
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including 24/7 hospitalists, nocturnist coverage, critical care physicians (7am-7pm), and 24/7 respiratory therapy support
Float to Medical Surgical units at nearby campuses as needed
Required QualificationsActive Illinois RN license, or confirmation that the application process has been initiated
ACLS certification required
Proficiency in central line care, arterial lines, bedside bronchoscopy, and cardiac arrest response per AHA guidelines
Experience titrating vasoactive and sedation drips in a critical care environment
Must be able to comply with a drug-free campus policy and produce a negative drug screen for all panels
Candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility may be subject to a local rate adjustment
Preferred Experience / SkillsPrior ICU or critical care nursing experience with high-acuity patient populations
Familiarity with respiratory therapy equipment including ventilators, BiPAP, CPAP, and heated high-flow oxygen
Experience working in a unit supported by charge nurse and administrative supervisor structure
Why Join UsWork in a well-supported critical care environment with 24/7 respiratory therapy, around-the-clock hospitalist coverage, and dedicated critical care physician presence during day hours
A call or standby requirement is not associated with this position, allowing for a more predictable schedule
Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID . 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 - ICU
About Concentric Healthcare Staffing Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the "why" behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric's mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
Worksite address
remote, IL, 61354, US
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