IMC/PCU Registered Nurse
Springfield, IL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: IMC Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Springfield, Illinois
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 - 07:15)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for Intermediate Care (IMC) / Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with a focus on telemetry and complex patient care. This is a travel/contract position requiring night shifts and weekend work every other weekend.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of Intermediate Care experience within the last year
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Interpretation of dysrhythmias
• Use of Rapid Response Teams
• Post cardiac angiogram care
• Post myocardial infarction (MI) care
• Pre/post cardiac catheterization care
• Pre/post cardiac surgery care
• Sheath removal and TR Band management
• Pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care
• Arterial line management
• Central line care and management
• Phlebotomy
• PICC line management
• Care for craniotomy patients
• Care for cerebrovascular accident (CVA) patients
• Pre/post neurosurgery care
• Care for spinal cord injury patients
• Care for traumatic brain injury patients
• Orthopedic trauma care
• Total joint replacements care
• Skin graft care
• Care of ventilated patients

Clinical Skills & Experience Required

• Cardiac Monitoring & Emergency Response:

  • Telemetry monitoring on unit
• Gastrointestinal: Feeding tube care and management
• IV Therapy & Phlebotomy:

  • Accessing ports, blood product administration
  • Peripheral line care and management
  • Starting IVs
• Medication Management:

  • Heparin protocols
  • Management and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
  • PCA and procedural sedation administration
• Plastic Surgery: Surgical drains
• Respiratory Care:

  • Chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac)
  • External CPAP/BIPAP, high flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
  • ABG interpretation, tracheostomy management, non-invasive airway management
• Professional Skills:

  • Isolation precautions
  • Wound care including wound vac management

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Cerner electronic health record system
• Experience in a teaching hospital environment
• Level I trauma center experience

Work Environment

• Acute care hospital, Magnet designated, Level I trauma center
• 562 staffed beds
• Scrub color: Any solid color accepted
• Charting system: Cerner

Additional Requirements & Compliance

• Background Checks: Comprehensive background checks required within 30 days of start, including criminal, sex offender, and national databases
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming ability to perform job functions without restrictions
  • Fit mask test required (specific mask types accepted)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Immunizations or titers for MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption
  • 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Competency Exam: Required for all clinical candidates
• References: Two professional references required
• Photo for Badge: Color photo required before start
• Parking: Permit required but no cost

Scheduling & Contract Details

• Guaranteed hours subject to client call-offs up to 36 hours per 13-week assignment without pay
• Return-to-Office (RTO) restrictions ideally no more than 5 days
• Locals accepted with no radius restrictions
• Block scheduling possible upon discussion with manager

This position is ideal for a skilled RN with telemetry and stepdown experience seeking a night shift travel contract in an acute care, high-acuity environment.