Observation RN
Urbana, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Medical Observation Unit night shift position requiring Level 1 Trauma and Epic charting experience.

Details

• Work in the Medical Observation Unit of a Level 1 Trauma hospital
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• 36 hours per week across three 12-hour shifts
• No on-call responsibilities
• Six weekend shifts required per six-week schedule
• Holiday coverage required every other holiday
• Floating required to similar units
• Uses Epic EMR system
• IV site assessments required every 4 hours per unit protocol

Requirements

• Active IL RN license in good standing (temporary license accepted)
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum one year of relevant nursing experience
• Level 1 Trauma center experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• ASN required, BSN preferred
• Strong critical thinking and independent judgment skills
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Basic computer proficiency including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and web browsing
• Multicultural sensitivity required

Additional Information

• Serve as primary caregiver for an assigned group of patients, utilizing the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care
• Complete initial patient assessments and develop care plans based on patient and family needs
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation to support care coordination among the healthcare team
• Identify and respond to changes in patient status
• Start new IVs in accordance with facility policy
• Maintain documentation standards as evidenced by passed quarterly chart audits
• Attend at least 5 of 6 staff meetings annually
• Report and correct safety hazards affecting patients and staff
• Provide constructive feedback to peers and engage in ongoing professional development
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• RTO limited to no more than 7 total days during the 13-week contract
• Contingent workers may not remain continuously on assignment at this health system for more than 1 year without a required 6-month break in service