Critical Care (ICU) Nurse
Peoria, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU High Acuity Unit night shift position in Illinois requiring an active IL RN license and ICU skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care hospital's High Acuity ICU with 8 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 1:2-3
• 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a) with rotating weekend and holiday coverage
• Floating to the Med Surg unit may be required
• Patient population includes respiratory failure, post-surgical, wound care, IV antibiotics, post-CVA, post-trauma, and cardiac cases
• RNs provide primary care without nurse aids or patient care techs
• ICU utilizes Epic EMR and Phillips hard-wired telemetry monitors, with monitoring managed by an ICU telemetry tech
• Most ICU titratable drips are applicable including vasopressors, sedation, and pain control drips
• Respiratory therapy available in-house 24/7
• Nurses are expected to manage PEG tubes, central lines, ventilated and sedated patients, and titrate a wide range of drips
• Holiday and weekend coverage is required per rotation and staffing needs
• Classroom and two-unit shift orientation provided with a preceptor
• Scrubs required; any color permitted as long as in compliance with hospital policy
• Tele-health physician coverage available after hours, in addition to dayshift hospitalist
• COVID vaccination is not required for this position
• Local candidates within 50 miles are eligible for a local rate

Requirements

• Active Illinois RN license required at the time of consideration
• Minimum of 1 year recent ICU nursing experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA required)
• Ability to titrate drips such as Precedex, Propofol, Fentanyl, Versed, Lasix, Insulin, Amiodarone, Nitro, Levophed, Dopamine, Cardizem
• Experience with PEG tube care/feedings, CVC/PICC/Midline usage and care, tracheostomy patients, sedated/ventilated patients
• Must be able to use Epic EMR
• Must meet physical demands of ICU nursing

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