Surgical Acute Med Surg RN
Peoria, IL
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,308/weekOverview
- Start Date09/28/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- 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
RN (Registered Nurse)
Location
- Peoria, Illinois
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Schedule
- 12-hour day shifts
- 36 hours per week
- Every other weekend
- Rotates every other holiday
- Travelers do not self-schedule
- Block scheduling may be considered if approved at the time of contract
Required Qualifications
- Active Illinois RN license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated
- BLS certification (AHA)
- Must provide the last four digits of SSN
- Must provide middle initial
- Must provide requested time off
- Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels
Unit Details
- Surgical acute unit
- 63 beds
- Typical patient mix includes post-op surgical, trauma, overflow medical, dressing changes, wound care, IV therapy, pain management, drains, NGs, central lines, and TPN
- Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 4–5 on days and 5–6 on nights, with possible increases to 6 on days and 7 on nights if needed
Clinical Expectations
- Post-op care experience
- Critical thinking
- Ability to ask for help when needed
- Good bedside manner
- Team-oriented approach
Responsibilities and Workflow
- No routine drip titration required
- Heparin is the only common titratable/set-rate drip
- Some patients are on telemetry; bedside nurses do not read strips
- RN manages inhalers and may place patients on CPAP
- No vents on the unit
- Travelers float first and may float to units with the same level of experience
Support Staff
- Charge nurses are present on each shift and do not take an assignment
- House supervisor is available 24/7
- Patient care techs are available and assist with vitals, accu checks, ADLs, turning, and ambulation
Orientation
- 2 shifts with a preceptor
- 1 additional 12-hour shift for EPIC and professional orientation with the unit educator
Dress Code
- Any color scrubs
Additional Notes
- Local placements within 50 miles are accepted
- Local clinicians are subject to a reduced rate
- No call or standby requirement
- Guaranteed hours do not apply during orientation
Employer
PRIDE Health
59 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Health 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, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
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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