ICU Travel Nurse Job in Rockford, IL | Days (3x12)
Swedish American Hospital
Rockford, IL
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Travel RN
ICU Nurse in Rockford, IL
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$2,350
Specialty
ICU
Travel · RN
Shift
Days
3×12 hrs
Start Date
11/02
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This ICU travel nurse job in Rockford, Illinois, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Swedish American Hospital. This role pays $2,350 per week and follows a Days shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Swedish American Hospital
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Location: Rockford, IL 61104 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Days (3x12)
Responsibilities
- Manage critically ill patients requiring continuous hemodynamic monitoring and frequent reassessment
- Titrate vasoactive, sedation, and other high-alert drips as ordered and per facility protocol
- Care for mechanically ventilated patients and manage critical care devices, including arterial and central lines
- Respond to clinical deterioration and participate in codes and rapid responses
Travel ICU Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent ICU experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Illinois and national regulatory bodies.
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FAQs – ICU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Rockford, IL
What certifications do travel ICU jobs require?
Most travel ICU jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Neuro and stroke units commonly add NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and pediatric or mixed units may ask for PALS. The CCRN credential is preferred by many facilities and required by a few.
Will I float on a travel ICU assignment?
It depends on the facility and the contract. ICU travelers may float to PCU, step-down, ER holds, or other critical care areas, while some hospitals limit floating more narrowly. Float expectations are not always visible in the posting, so confirm the policy before accepting an assignment.
What experience is required for travel ICU RN jobs?
Most travel ICU RN jobs require recent critical care experience caring for high-acuity patients and independently managing ventilators, vasoactive drips, sedation, and invasive lines. Some units may also look for experience with CRRT, IABP, Impella, ECMO, or other advanced therapies. Requirements vary by ICU type, so facilities typically want your recent experience to closely match the patient population, devices, and level of care on the assignment.
Is an Illinois license needed for this travel assignment?
Yes—unless you already hold an active Illinois RN license. Illinois is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so multistate authority issued elsewhere doesn’t apply. Apply for licensure by endorsement through IDFPR; eligible applicants can request a temporary endorsement permit to begin working while the permanent application is pending. Our Illinois Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this ICU job in Rockford
- Review Illinois nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- View live ICU salary data for travel nurses.
- View Illinois salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore Rockford, IL
Rockford, IL carries hospital coverage for a broad stretch of northern Illinois, with several inpatient campuses generating travel demand in intensive care units and emergency departments. Chicago Rockford International Airport sits minutes south of town, and I-90 puts both Chicago and Madison about ninety minutes away. Most traveler housing lands in Loves Park, Machesney Park, or Belvidere, with commutes and errands sharing the same US-20 and north-south arterials. Living costs run far below Chicago, one of the practical reasons travelers take Rockford contracts over the bigger market down the interstate. The Rock River path system threads through downtown, and Rock Cut State Park sits at the metro's northern edge for hiking and paddling.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel ICU · Rockford, IL · $2,350 /wk