Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,420 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN for ICU in Mattoon, Illinois. This role focuses on adult critical care with sepsis, shock, and respiratory support, including ventilator and tracheostomy management.

Role requires 10-hour night shifts, 40 hours per week, for a 13-week assignment. ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required; CCRN preferred. Housing and comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• ACLS and BLS certifications are required.
• NIHSS certification or proficiency is required.
• CCRN certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide adult ICU care including sepsis, shock, and respiratory support.
• Manage ventilator and tracheostomy care; perform critical care nursing duties.
• May float to PCU or MS units based on patient needs.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS

CCRN (preferred)

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Mattoon, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) registered nurse position located in the designated healthcare facility. The role involves providing specialized care to adult patients with conditions such as sepsis, shock, diabetic ketoacidosis, acute kidney injury, vascular issues, strokes, as well as ventilator and tracheostomy management. The nurse must be trained in Impella, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). This position offers consistent night shifts and requires a committed professional to deliver high-quality patient care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shift, 10 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid certifications including Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS). Preferred qualification includes Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification.
• Additional Information: The role may require floating to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or Medical/Surgical units based on operational needs. Experience in adult critical care settings is preferred to support complex patient cases.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1321280. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus