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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring telemetry monitoring experience and an active IL RN license.

Details

• 16-bed Med/Surg acute care unit with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Patient population includes respiratory conditions (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
• Access to high-flow oxygen and Vapotherm; more complex respiratory support such as BiPAP is transferred to ICU
• Uses Cerner EMR
• 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Schedules posted 6 weeks in advance with accommodation for traveler preferences
• Weekend commitment of every other or every third weekend
• No mandatory call or holiday requirements, though volunteer opportunities are available
• Floating opportunities available as a safety sitter or in other supportive roles
• Support staff includes 1 CNA, a clinical care coordinator, and a charge nurse who takes patient assignments
• House supervisor available to support the team on weekends

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• 3-5 years of nursing experience required, ideally in a rural hospital setting
• Required certifications: BLS and PALS
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills required
• Telemetry monitoring experience essential
• Experience with outpatient infusions preferred

Additional Information

• Deliver compassionate nursing care across a diverse patient population with high turnover and frequent admissions and discharges
• Collaborate closely with a small, supportive care team
• Comprehensive first-week orientation includes 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
• Strong focus on thorough charting due to commitment to quality care and lower patient ratios
• Team-oriented candidates eager to make a meaningful impact in patient care are encouraged to apply