Acute Rehab Registered Nurse
Peoria, IL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RN (Registered Nurse)

Location: Peoria, Illinois
Specialty: DMCC - Acute Rehab Unit

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Unit Details

• Unit: DMCC - Acute Rehab Unit
• Number of Beds: 29
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:

  • Day: 5:1
  • Night: 6:1
• Nurse Aide Ratio: 1:9 or 1:10
• Shifts:

  • Day: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Night: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday rotation
• Call or Standby: None
• Floating: Yes, float to LTAC or med-surg units; no float to HAU unless trained

Patient Population & Care

• Common Diagnoses: Neurology, Neurosurgery, Amputations, Multi-trauma, Cardiac, Complex medical (tracheostomies, no ventilators)
• Required Skills: Strong neuro skills required
• RN Responsibilities:

  • No titration of drips except heparin
  • Attend team conferences for acute inpatient rehab (required)
• Telemetry: Telemetry available but not monitored by RN; use tele packs

Rehab Services

• PT/OT/SLP available
• Respiratory Therapy/Equipment: CPAP/BiPAP at night for sleep apnea, nasal cannula (including high flow but no heated high flow)

Orientation & Training

• Orientation:

  • 2 days classroom orientation
  • 2-3 days/nights with a preceptor
  • Training includes QRP and specific rehab documentation
• Non-billable orientation hours: 12 hours

Certifications & Licenses

• Required: BLS (AHA)
• Active Illinois nursing license or application in process required

Additional Information

• Drug-Free Campus: Negative drug screen required for all panels
• Dress Code: Any color scrubs allowed; no t-shirts unless approved
• Call Off Policy: Equivalent of 12 hours off every 13 weeks with no penalty

Experience Requirements

• Years of Specialty Experience: Not explicitly stated; strong neuro skills required (implies relevant acute rehab or neuro nursing experience preferred)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

This position is suitable for RNs with acute rehab or neuro experience looking for a 13-week contract in Peoria, IL, with a structured orientation and no call requirements.