Med Surg RN
Macomb, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring an active IL RN license and telemetry monitoring experience.

Details

• Acute care setting in a 16-bed Med/Surg unit
• 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Diverse patient population including respiratory issues (COPD, pneumonia), cellulitis, CHF, and surgical cases such as colon resections and orthopedic procedures
• Uses Nihon Kohden telemetry monitoring with RNs responsible for interpreting their own strips
• Cerner EMR used for charting
• 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Schedules posted 6 weeks in advance
• Weekend commitment of every other or every third weekend
• No mandatory call or holiday requirements, though volunteer opportunities are available
• Floating opportunities available to assist as a safety sitter or in other supportive roles
• Access to high-flow oxygen and Vapotherm equipment, with more complex respiratory support transferred to ICU
• High patient turnover with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the day

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• 2+ years of nursing experience required, ideally in a rural hospital setting
• Current certifications: BLS (AHA) and PALS (AHA)
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills required
• Telemetry monitoring experience essential
• BSN not required

Additional Information

• Deliver compassionate nursing care to patients with a variety of medical and surgical conditions
• Collaborate with a small team including a clinical care coordinator and a charge nurse who actively takes patient assignments
• House supervisor provides support to the team on weekends
• 1 CNA available for support staff assistance
• Assist with outpatient infusions as needed, though prior experience is preferred
• Strong focus on thorough charting required to support quality care and lower patient ratios
• Comprehensive orientation provided during the first week, including HR processes, infection control training, equipment familiarization, and hands-on experience with a preceptor
• Dress code requires pewter scrub tops with black shoes and pants; colored tops acceptable if layered with a pewter outer garment
• Team-oriented candidates eager to make a meaningful impact in patient care are encouraged to apply