Registered Nurse ICU

Job Title

Registered Nurse – ICU (MICU)

Location

Peoria, IL

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a 20-bed Medical ICU with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio, managing complex diagnoses including sepsis, ARDS, pneumonia, AKI, ETOH withdrawal, and overdose
• Interpret EKG strips and monitor telemetry using Philips monitoring systems; read and document rhythm interpretations independently
• Manage and titrate a wide variety of vasoactive and cardioactive drips per physician-outlined parameters
• Provide advanced care for ventilated patients, including management of arterial lines, central lines, and respiratory therapy equipment (vents, CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow)
• Collaborate with intensivists, telemedicine intensivist support, charge RNs, house supervisors, and patient care technicians across all shifts
• Float to step-down or general medical units as needed, adjusting patient assignments accordingly (up to 3–4 patients)

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license (or confirmation that the application process has been initiated)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Proficiency in EKG interpretation and cardiac rhythm strip reading
• Experience with arterial lines, central lines, and care of ventilated patients
• Demonstrated ability to titrate vasopressors and other vasoactive/cardioactive medications
• Must be able to pass a drug screen; position is located on a drug-free campus

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior travel nursing experience in a Medical ICU or critical care setting
• Familiarity with Epic electronic health records
• Experience managing patients with COVID-19 in an ICU environment

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-supported critical care environment with 24/7 house supervision, tele-intensivist coverage, and dedicated patient care technicians
• Structured orientation program designed to set travelers up for success before independent practice on the unit