LTAC Med Surg RN
Peoria, IL
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg (LTAC)

Location: Peoria, Illinois
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Details

• Unit Type: Medical-Surgical (Med Surg)
• Number of Beds: 10
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:5
• Patient Types: Respiratory failure, post-surgical, wound care, IV antibiotics, post-CVA, post-trauma, cardiac patients
• Common Skills Required: PEG tube care/feedings, CVC/PICC/Midline care, tracheostomy care
• RN Responsibilities: Titrate drips (e.g., Heparin), troubleshoot respiratory equipment (ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow)
• Respiratory Therapy: RT manages all respiratory equipment; RNs assist with troubleshooting
• Telemetry: Telemetry monitored by dedicated techs; RNs read their own strips
• Support Staff: Nurse aides/patient care techs present with 1:10 ratio
• Charge Nurse: No charge nurse on shift; House Supervisor available 24/7

Schedule & Orientation

• Shift Length: 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend and as needed to fill shifts
• Holiday Requirement: Holiday rotation and as needed to fill shifts
• Call/Standby: None currently, but subject to change
• Orientation: 12 hours classroom + 2 shifts unit-specific with preceptor (non-billable)

Requirements & Qualifications

• License: Active Illinois RN license or proof of application in process required
• Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred but not required
• Experience: Must have skills in PEG tube care, CVC/PICC/Midline care, tracheostomy care, and drip titration
• Additional: Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels
• Float Requirements: May be required to float to ICU and Acute Rehab units

Additional Notes

• Local candidates within 50 miles preferred
• Dress Code: Scrubs only; OSF-approved t-shirts allowed in any color
• Nurse-to-patient ratio and patient acuity require strong Med Surg experience

Prior Travel Experience: Not specified as required.
Years of Specialty Experience: Not explicitly stated; candidate should have solid Med Surg nursing experience with skills listed above.