IMC Registered Nurse
Springfield, IL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: IMC Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Springfield, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced IMC/Stepdown/PCU Registered Nurse to provide care in an acute care hospital setting with a Level I trauma center and Magnet designation. The role involves telemetry and stepdown patient care with a focus on cardiac, neurological, respiratory, and post-surgical management.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of PCU (Progressive Care Unit) experience within the last year
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• NIHSS certification
• Use of Rapid Response Teams
• Post cardiac angiogram, MI, cardiac catheterization, and surgery care (pre/post)
• Sheath removal and TR Band management
• Pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care
• Accessing ports, arterial line management, PICC line management
• Procedural sedation administration
• Titration of cardiac drips
• Neurological care including craniotomy, CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury
• Orthopedic experience including ortho trauma, peripheral nerve block catheters, and total joint replacements
• Plastic surgery care including skin grafts and surgical drains
• Care of ventilated patients

Clinical Skills & Experience Requirements

• Work Setting Experience: Telemetry, Neuro Stepdown, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown units
• Cardiac Monitoring & Emergency Response:

  • Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
  • Telemetry monitoring on unit
• Gastrointestinal: Feeding tube care and management
• IV Therapy/Phlebotomy:

  • Blood product administration
  • Central line and peripheral line care and management
  • Starting IVs
• Medication Management:

  • Heparin protocols
  • Management and titration of vasoactive drips
  • PCA administration
• Respiratory:

  • Chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac)
  • External CPAP/BIPAP, high flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
  • ABG interpretation, nasal cannula, oxygen masks, portable oxygen tanks
  • Non-invasive airway management, tracheostomy care
• Professional Skills: Isolation precautions, wound care including wound vac
• Preferred Experience: Cerner electronic health record, teaching hospital, Level I trauma center

Work Environment & Additional Details

• Patient Ratios/Daily Caseload: Not specified
• Floating: May float within scope as needed
• Block Scheduling: Possible, to be discussed with manager
• Locals Accepted: Yes, no radius restrictions
• Call Requirements: No on-call required
• Guaranteed Hours: Client may cancel up to 36 hours per 13-week assignment without pay; on-call shifts count as called-off shifts
• Dress Code: Any solid color scrubs
• Charting System: Cerner
• Parking: Permit required, no cost

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks: Comprehensive background checks within 30 days of start, including SSN trace, criminal, sex offender, and federal exclusions
• Licensure Verification: Primary source verification required
• Competency Exam: Required for all clinical candidates
• Photo for Badge: Color photo required before start
• Code of Conduct: Must review and sign within 7 days of contract signing
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by appropriate provider
  • Fit mask test required (specific mask types accepted)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
  • 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
  • Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually by November 30
• State-Specific Checks: Illinois Department of Corrections inmate search, Most Wanted search, and other state registry checks within 30 days of start
• References: Two professional references required for travel and acute care candidates
• Skills Checklist: Required for clinical candidates

Summary

This is a travel contract position for an experienced IMC/Stepdown/PCU RN with strong telemetry and critical care skills, working day shifts in a high-acuity, Level I trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Illinois. Candidates must have an active Illinois RN license, at least one year of specialty experience, and prior travel experience. The role demands a broad range of clinical competencies, certifications, and compliance with extensive health and background documentation requirements.