LTAC Med Surg RN
Peoria, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Long Term Acute Care Med/Surg night shift position requiring an active IL license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Long Term Acute Care Med/Surg unit within an acute care setting
• 10-bed unit with a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5
• Patient population includes respiratory failure, post-surgical, wound care, IV antibiotics, post CVA, post trauma, and cardiac cases
• Experience required with PEG tube care/feedings, CVC/PICC/Midline usage, and care for tracheostomy patients
• Nurses are required to titrate Heparin drips
• Respiratory equipment (vents, CPAP, BiPAP, high flow) managed by RT, but troubleshooting expected
• Housewide telemetry packs monitored by Monitor Techs stationed in the ICU
• 12-hour night shifts (7:00pm–7:30am)
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required
• Occasional floating to ICU and Acute Rehab units
• EMR system used is Epic
• Work with a dedicated team including a House Supervisor and patient care techs
• Scrubs required; any color permitted, OSF approved t-shirts only
• Orientation includes 12 hours of classroom plus two shifts on the unit
• Holiday and weekend coverage required as part of rotation
• No current call or standby requirements, but may be subject to change
• COVID vaccination is not required for this position
• Local rates apply for candidates residing within 50 miles

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 1 year prior RN experience
• Current BLS (AHA) certification required
• ACLS certification preferred but not required
• Prior experience with Med/Surg and long term acute care preferred
• Ability to titrate drips and manage complex medical equipment
• Completion of classroom and unit-specific orientation with a preceptor

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