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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit requiring an active IL license, Level 1 trauma experience, and prior neuro travel experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 54-bed Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit within an acute care hospital setting
• Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizures, brain tumors, head injury, and some medical overflow
• Nurse to patient ratio is 1:4-5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
• RNs are required to titrate drips, including heparin based on PTT, and must be competent in managing titratable drips
• Uses Epic EMR system
• Shifts are 12 hours, night shift, with every other weekend and holiday coverage required
• Floating required within general units, with team assignments when outside the home unit
• No specific scrub color required, but tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings allowed while on duty
• Charge nurse and house supervisor available 24/7, with the charge nurse rarely taking patient assignments
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available with day ratios of 1:9-10 and night ratios of 1:10-12
• RNs do not need to read telemetry strips; Phillips monitors with house-wide telemetry
• Orientation includes 2 days with an educator, computer training, and patient care alongside a preceptor
• Negative drug screen required for all panels
• No COVID vaccine required for this assignment
• Local rates apply for clinicians residing within 50 miles

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of 1 year of RN experience
• Prior Level 1 trauma experience required
• Previous travel nurse experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Prior experience working on a dedicated neuro unit required
• Experience titrating heparin drips required
• Epic EMR experience preferred

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