PACU Registered Nurse
Peoria, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,326/weekOverview
- Start Date08/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration20 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care295 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
- Length: 20 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position in Peoria, IL, requiring a minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, Epic EMR proficiency, and an active IL RN license.
Details
- Post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) setting within a hospital environment
- Day shift, 8:00 AM–8:30 PM, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week, 36 hours per week
- May be required to float to other facilities within the Carle Health system, including Methodist Hospital, Young Minds, Pekin Hospital, and Proctor Hospital
- Epic EMR — experience required
- Weekend and holiday shifts are on-call
Requirements
- Active IL RN license in good standing (temp license accepted)
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association)
- Minimum 1 year of relevant nursing experience
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required; BSN preferred
- Epic EMR experience required
- English language proficiency — must be able to write, read, comprehend, and speak fluent English
- Basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and web browsing
Additional Information
- Responsible for managing a designated patient caseload using the nursing process, including initial assessment, plan of care development, implementation, and ongoing modification
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date nursing documentation to support the healthcare team
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted
- Candidates who have been on continuous assignment with Carle Health for 1 year must either convert to permanent employment or take a 6-month break in service before returning to any Carle Health location
- RTO not to exceed 7 days per 13-week contract
Facility
Carle Health Methodist Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 295 beds
Employer
American Traveler
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Pros
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Cons
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
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Peoria, IL
About
The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.
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