Acute Rehab Unit RN
Peoria, IL
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: DMCC - Acute Rehab Unit Nurse

Location: Peoria, Illinois

Unit Details

• Unit: DMCC - Acute Rehab Unit
• Beds: 29
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:

  • Day: 5:1
  • Night: 6:1
• Common Patient Diagnoses: Neuro, Neurosurgery, Amputations, Multi-trauma, Cardiac, Complex medical (trachs, no vents)
• Required Certifications: BLS (AHA)
• Specialty Skills: Strong Neuro skills required
• RN Responsibilities:

  • No titration of drips except heparin
  • Use tele packs for monitoring, but RN does not monitor tele strips
  • Required to attend team conferences for acute inpatient rehab
• Support Staff:

  • Nurse Aides with a ratio of 1:9 or 1:10
  • PT/OT/SLP available
  • Respiratory Therapy equipment includes CPAP/BiPAP at night for sleep apnea, nasal cannula, and high flow cannula (no heated high flow)

Scheduling & Work Requirements

• Shifts:

  • Day: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Night: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday rotation
• Call or Standby: None required
• Floating: Yes, float to LTAC and med-surg units; no floating to HAU unless trained
• Dress Code: Any color scrubs allowed; no t-shirts unless approved

Orientation & Training

• Orientation:

  • 2 days classroom orientation
  • 2-3 shifts (days or nights) with a preceptor
  • Training includes QRP and specific rehab documentation

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Additional Requirements

• Active Illinois nursing license or proof of application in process
• Negative drug screen required (drug-free campus)
• Local placements accepted within a 50-mile radius

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Acute Rehab Unit nursing with strong neuro skills
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; implied need for experienced neuro skills (recommend at least 1+ year in specialty)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Certifications

• BLS (AHA) required

This position is ideal for nurses with acute rehab experience, strong neurological nursing skills, and flexibility to float within related units.