Neuro Med-Surg Acute Care RN
Peoria, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg position in an acute care setting requiring an active IL license, trauma level 1 and travel neuro experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 54-bed Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit within an acute care hospital environment
• Patient population includes individuals with stroke, spine surgery, seizures, brain tumors, head injuries, neuroscience conditions, and some medical overflow
• Night shift position, 3x12 hour shifts (1900-0700), including every other weekend and holiday rotation
• Nurse to patient ratio is 1:5-6 on nights
• Required to float in rotation with staff; general unit floats take a full assignment, other units only skills-appropriate tasks
• Titrate drips such as heparin based on PTT; must have experience with heparin gtt
• Charge nurse and house supervisor available 24/7
• Unit uses EPIC for documentation; charting experience preferred
• Phillips telemetry monitors used but nurses are not required to read strips
• Participate in a two-day, unit-specific orientation with an educator and a preceptor
• No scrub color requirement; tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings permitted
• Float assignments based on competency when outside the home unit
• COVID-19 vaccination is not required
• Team includes nurse aides and patient care techs with established support ratios
• No call or standby requirements

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 1 year of recent neuro unit experience required
• Travel nursing experience required; first time travelers not accepted
• Level 1 trauma experience required
• Certifications required: BLS (AHA) and NIHSS, both active at time of consideration
• Must have experience titrating heparin drips
• Ability to work night shifts, every other weekend, and holidays

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts