MS/Tele RN
Alton, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele night shift position requiring at least 1 year of experience and current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.

Details

• Acute Medical Unit caring for medical and telemetry patients, including adults and geriatrics
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, Monday through Friday
• No weekend or on-call requirements
• Average daily census of 16-18 with 24 total beds
• Night shift staffing ratio of 1:5
• Floating required within service line and scope
• Cares for acutely ill medical/surgical or infectious disease patients who may require telemetry monitoring for non-acute cardiac conditions
• Performs EKG rhythm identification and manages non-titrating cardiac drips
• Provides pre- and post-procedure evaluation and care
• Conducts neurological assessment and care for acute ischemic stroke (AIS) and TIA patients
• Epic charting experience preferred

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; CPI certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of relevant RN experience required
• Experience with patient ratio of 1:5 required
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and line management (central, peripheral, PICC)
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips without titration
• Experience with oxygen administration, BiPAP/CPAP, and high flow nasal cannula preferred
• Experience managing renal failure and hemodialysis patients preferred
• Experience with substance withdrawal and CVA care
• Wound care and wound vac experience preferred
• Knowledge of IV insulin protocols and heparin protocols
• Ability to interpret and manage cardiac dysrhythmias

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
• Standard travelers may stay for up to an 18-month period, after which a 3-month break in service is required
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of orientation
• Navy scrubs required
• Free parking provided on-site