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Intensive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs Illinois for RNs

Top ICU Travel Nurse Jobs in Illinois for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top ICU travel nurse jobs in Illinois. We currently offer 7 of the best available ICU nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 1 exclusive, high-paying Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job you won’t find anywhere else. Illinois ICU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Effingham, Herrin, Melrose Park, Chicago and Aurora. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare Illinois ICU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Intensive Care Unit travel nurse in Illinois as of Mar 1, 2025 was $1,947 weekly. Currently, you can find ICU jobs in Illinois with a salary range between $1,493 to $2,481 per week. The city with the highest paying ICU job in Illinois currently is Kankakee with a position for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU at $1,646 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Illinois to find ICU travel nursing work in. St Anthony’s Memorial Hospital of the Hospital Sisters in Effingham and Herrin Hospital in Herrin all have ICU departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for ICU travel jobs in Illinois. The earliest start date in Illinois is Apr 28, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU role at $2,055 per week. The latest start date for an job in Illinois is May 12, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU role at $2,268 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for an Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job in Illinois including 13 weeks.

Illinois is a popular place to work for ICU travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in Illinois with Travel Intensive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 7 Intensive Care Unit jobs in Illinois and 415 Intensive Care Unit jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Effingham, IL

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Effingham.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Effingham, Illinois – 62401
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$2,252 to $2,481
Weekly Pay*
As part of HSHS, you’ll join a team that is focused on improving, excelling and building a better tomorrow. Whether it is a clinical, technical or professional career, this is your chance to launch a rewarding career.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Kankakee, IL

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Kankakee.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Kankakee, Illinois – 60901
  • 12 E,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,493 to $1,646
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Saint Louis, MO

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Saint Louis.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Saint Louis, Missouri – 63128
  • 12 N,
  • June 2, 2025
  • 13
$1,910 to $2,497
Weekly Pay*
• Number of Beds: 22 • Patient Ratios: 1:2 • Equipment: Impella, IABP, Prismax CRRT, Zoll internal cooling device, Arctic Sun, • EMR: EPIC • Must Have Skills/Experience: 3 years Cardiac Medical ICU, inpatient only • Preferred Skillset/Experience: experience with medical ICU patients, cardiac emphasis (arrhythmias, STEMI, post arrest) • Type of Patients on Unit: sepsis, respiratory (pneumonia, COVID, ARDS, etc.) post cardiac arrest, GI bleed, DKA, PE, renal failure, liver failure, pancreatitis, overdose, suicidal ideations, CIWA,
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Highest Paying Jobs in West Burlington, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in West Burlington.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • West Burlington, Iowa – 52655
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$2,144 to $2,363
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care. Delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation in coordination with other health team members. Effectively interacts with the patient, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining high standards of professional nursing. Provides high quality care to the following patient populations: Adult cardiac/ telemetry, Stroke, Vascular intervention, Hemodynamic monitoring.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • West Burlington, Iowa – 52655
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$2,144 to $2,363
Weekly Pay*
Delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation in coordination with other health team members. Effectively interacts with the patient, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining high standards of professional nursing. Provides high quality care to the following patient populations: Adult cardiac/ telemetry, Stroke, Vascular intervention, Hemodynamic monitoring.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Joliet, IL

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Joliet.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Joliet, Illinois – 60435
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,511 to $1,666
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Statistics on ICU Jobs in Illinois

Review helpful statistics about ICU traveling nurse jobs in Illinois. The data is based on the last three complete months of ICU job postings in the state of Illinois. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Intensive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in Illinois for travel nursing jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Intensive Care Unit Jobs in Illinois

How much does an Intensive Care Unit travel nurse make on average in Illinois?

An ICU nurse in Illinois can make an average of $2,092 per week.

How much does a night shift ICU travel nurse make on average in Illinois?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Intensive Care Unit nurse in Illinois can make an average of $2,135 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift ICU travel nurse make on average in Illinois?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Intensive Care Unit nurse in Illinois can make an average of $1,954 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Intensive Care Unit jobs are available in Illinois?

There are currently 7 Intensive Care Unit travel nursing jobs available in Illinois. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Intensive Care Unit staff in Illinois?

  • Trinity Medical Center in Rock Island
  • St. James Hospitals and Health Centers in Olympia Fields
  • Blessing Hospital in Quincy
  • Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center in Rockford
  • St Marys Hospital in Decatur

What types of shifts are most common for ICU travel nursing jobs in Illinois?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in Illinois cities.

What is the most common contract duration for ICU travel jobs in Illinois?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for an Intensive Care Unit travel job in Illinois is 13.

Healthcare Facilities in Illinois that offer Travel Intensive Care Unit Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Illinois area that have historically offered travel jobs for Intensive Care Unit professionals.
Carle Foundation Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 19, 16, 13, 20, 10, and 11
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
611 W. PARK ST.
Urbana, IL 61801
Trinity Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 1, 13, 6, 10, and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy House Supervisor Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry
Address
2701 17th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201
St. John’s Hospital of the Hospital Systems of the Third Order of St.
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 13, 107, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
800 East Carpenter Street
Springfield, IL 62769
Carle Health Proctor Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 8
Departments
Dialysis Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Address
5409 N. KNOXVILLE AVE.
Peoria, IL 61614
St. James Hospitals and Health Centers
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
9, 13, 10, and 7
Departments
Case Manager Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Telemetry
Address
20201 South Crawford Avenue
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 10
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
8201 E Riverside Blvd
Rockford, IL 61114
Nearby Neighborhoods
Colonial Gardens (61103), Normandy Heights (61109), Victory Homes (61109), Pine Manor (61109), Harrison Avenue Gardens (61104)
St Marys Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Emergency Room Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1800 E. LAKE SHORE DR.
Decatur, IL 62521
Nearby Neighborhoods
Longview Place (62526)
Herrin Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
201 S 14th St
Herrin, IL 62948
Blessing Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Outpatient Clinic Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Address
1005 Broadway St
Quincy, IL 62301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Woodlawn Court (62301), Northridge (62306), Grandview Acres (62301), Northbrook (62301), South Park Terrace (62301)
FHN Memorial Hospital
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Telemetry
Address
1045 W. STEPHENSON ST.
Freeport, IL 61032
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.