Intensive Care RN/Registered Nurse Illinois in Chicago, IL

Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1 years RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. Provide critical care nursing expertise in a dynamic ICU setting within a leading Level 1 Trauma Center located in Chicago, IL. This contract position offers a structured schedule of three 12-hour night shifts per week (7: 00 PM to 7: 30 AM), delivering 36 guaranteed hours weekly without block scheduling. Work every other weekend, with a maximum of five days off per month adhering to specific guidelines regarding holidays and weekends. Responsibilities: Deliver comprehensive intensive care nursing to patients across multiple ICU specialties, including Burn ICU, CCU, Medical ICU, SICU, and Neuro ICU. Flexibly float between ICU units and occasionally medical-surgical units as needed to support staffing. Participate in a structured orientation and precepted shift during the first week, which is scheduled on days. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellent patient outcomes in a high-acuity environment. Utilize electronic charting systems (Cerner) and maintain compliance with facility protocols. Qualifications and Desired Experience: Minimum of 2 years recent acute care experience in an ICU setting. Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications. Ability to float as required within ICU specialties and medical-surgical units. Strong critical thinking skills, adaptability, and commitment to patient-centered care. Locally based candidates within a 75-mile radius preferred; pending licenses are not accepted. Location Highlights: Chicago is a vibrant metropolitan city offering diverse cultural experiences, renowned healthcare institutions, and accessible public transportation. The city's dynamic environment ensures ample opportunities for professional growth while enjoying a rich urban lifestyle. This roles location at a premier trauma center ensures exposure to varied critical care cases in a supportive, technology-driven setting. Nursing professionals seeking to advance their critical care skills will find meaningful challenges and rewarding collaboration here. This is a contract opportunity with competitive terms and structured scheduling ideal for skilled ICU nurses aiming to leverage their expertise in a demanding yet supportive environment. Submit your application today to engage in a pivotal role within a prestigious clinical team. Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.