Registered Nurse Neuro ICU
Peoria, IL
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,488/weekOverview
- Start Date04/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Registered Nurse – Neuro ICU
Location: Peoria, Illinois
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Details
- Department: Neuro ICU
- Number of Beds: 18
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:2
- Shift Length: 12 hours
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Holiday Requirement: Rotating every other holiday
- Orientation: 20 hours (one 8-hour shift and one 12-hour shift)
- Floating: Travelers float first; may float to intermediate (1:3 ratio) or general floors (1:4 ratio)
Patient Population & Care
- Common Diagnoses: Ventriculostomy patients, strokes (with/without tPA), post-craniectomy care
- Typical Procedures/Skills:
- Ventriculostomy care
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification required
- Ventilator management
- Arterial and central line care
- Administration and titration of drips as ordered by physicians (varied drips, not always set rates)
- Acute stroke management
- Post-craniectomy care
Staffing & Support
- Charge Nurse: Present; may take patient assignments if staffing is limited
- House Supervisor: Available 24/7
- Nurse Aides/Patient Care Techs: Yes, ratio approximately 9:1
- Respiratory Therapy Equipment: RNs troubleshoot vents, CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow, etc.
- Tele/Monitor Techs: Present on every shift; nurses read and interpret telemetry strips (Phillips monitors)
Required Certifications & Licenses
- Active Illinois RN license (or application in process)
- BLS (AHA)
- ACLS
Additional Requirements & Notes
- Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels (drug-free campus)
- Local placements accepted within a 50-mile radius
- Non-billable orientation hours: 12 hours
- Call or standby requirement: None
Experience & Skills
- Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required
- Specialty experience: Neuro ICU skills as described above; no specific years of experience stated, but advanced neuro ICU competencies expected
This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Neuro ICU care, providing critical care to neurological patients with complex needs.
Employer
PRIDE Health
52 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
Attentive, quick to respond, easy to work with
Cons
None
Recommends working with PRIDE Health
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Peoria, IL
About
The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.
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