Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Peoria, IL
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (Neuro ICU) - Illinois

Location

• City: Peoria, IL
• Local placements accepted within a 50-mile radius

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Unit Details

• Department: Neuro ICU
• Unit size: 18 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:2
• Shift length: 12 hours (day shift)
• Hours per week: 36
• 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
• Common procedures/skills: Ventriculostomy care, NIH Stroke Scale certification, ventilator management, arterial and central lines, acute stroke management, tPA administration
• Drip management: RNs are required to titrate drips as ordered by physicians; variety of drips used
• Respiratory therapy equipment: RNs troubleshoot vents, CPAP, BiPAP, high flow devices
• Telemetry: Phillips monitors used; nurses read and interpret cardiac strips; tele tech staffed every shift
• Support staff: Nurse aides/patient care techs present with a 9:1 ratio; charge nurse and house supervisor available (charge nurse may take assignments if staffing requires)

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Licensure & Compliance

• Active Illinois RN license required or proof that application process has been initiated
• Must comply with drug-free workplace policy and produce a negative drug screen for all panels

Additional Notes

• Non-billable orientation hours: 12 hours
• Call off policy: Equivalent of 12 hours off every 13 weeks without penalty
• Travelers are prioritized for floating assignments due to the high level of care on this unit

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Experience with neuro ICU patient care including ventilators, lines, stroke management, and titrating drips
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips
• Willingness to float to other units as needed

This position is ideal for RNs with neuro ICU experience seeking a 13-week contract in a high-acuity ICU setting with a structured orientation and supportive team environment.