Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Normal, IL
Integrated Healthcare Services
2x12 hrs, Nights

Job Title: RN - BMC CRU

Location: Not specified

Contract Length: Not specified

Job Summary:

The Clinical Resource Unit (Float pool) is dedicated to providing exceptional care through a Nursing Professional Practice Model that emphasizes caring relationships with patients, families, community, and colleagues. Nurses in this unit deliver specialized medical and nursing care across various inpatient units, including Medical-Oncology, Surgical-Orthopedic, Cardiovascular Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit, Mental Health Unit, and Acute Rehab. The unit is fast-paced, dynamic, and utilizes the latest technology and equipment to treat a wide range of medical diagnoses, such as coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, strokes, cancer, and post-surgical care.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to float to multiple units and provide care to diverse patient populations.
• Experience managing care for acute and chronically ill cardiac and pulmonary patients.
• Proficiency in developing, implementing, and modifying patient care plans.
• Skill in medication administration and evaluating medication effects.
• Experience preparing patients for procedures and managing post-operative care.
• Competence in IV venipuncture and blood administration.
• Ability to document care accurately using EMR systems.
• Capability to educate patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and assist in professional development of peers.
• Strong conflict management skills and professional communication with team members.
• Critical thinking skills to assess patient status and take appropriate action.
• Effective collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
• Commitment to patient safety and adherence to safety standards, including fall precautions and pressure ulcer prevention.
• Ability to complete patient bedside shift reports, hourly rounding, and maintain updated patient communication boards.
• Skill in delegating tasks appropriately and ensuring follow-up.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Not applicable

Required Education:

• College diploma in nursing.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• BLS (AHA).
• IL Nursing License.