Acute Neuro Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Peoria, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg Acute position in Illinois requiring trauma and neuro unit experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 54-bed Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit within an acute care setting
• Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizures, brain tumors, head injuries, and neuroscience cases, with occasional medical overflow
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5-6 on nights
• Work schedule is 12-hour night shifts (1900-0700), three shifts per week, with every other weekend and holiday rotation
• Unit uses Epic EMR; prior Epic experience preferred
• Heparin titration required using PTT protocols; heparin gtt experience necessary
• House-wide telemetry system with Phillips monitors; nurses are not required to read telemetry strips
• Floating required within the general med-surg units; if floated outside general unit, responsibilities align with demonstrated competencies
• Charge nurse and house supervisor present on every shift; charge nurse only takes an assignment when needed for staffing
• Patient care techs assist nurses, particularly on days and evenings
• No specific scrub color required, but tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings are permitted
• Two-day orientation provided addressing unit specifics and computer training with educator and preceptor support
• COVID vaccination is not required for this position
• Local candidates are accepted and will receive local rates if residing within 50 miles
• Holiday coverage required on a rotating basis

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience
• Previous travel nursing experience is required; no first-time travelers
• Experience working on a dedicated neuro unit required
• Prior Level 1 trauma experience required
• Current BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• Must be able to titrate heparin drips according to protocol

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