IMC/PCU 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 (06:45 AM – 07:15 PM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Unit: Intermediate Care (IMC) / Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Patient Ratios/Daily Caseload: Not specified
• Floating: Required to float within scope as needed
• Weekend Requirement: Work every other weekend
• Block Scheduling: Possible, discuss with manager
• Locals Accepted: Yes, no radius restrictions
• On-call: Not required
• Return to Office (RTO) Restrictions: Ideally no more than 5 days

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required in specialty areas; first-time travelers not accepted
• Required Work Setting Experience: Telemetry, Neuro Stepdown, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown
• Cardiac Monitoring & Emergency Response:

  • Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
  • Telemetry monitoring on unit
  • Use of Rapid Response Teams
• Cardiovascular Care:

  • Post cardiac angiogram, MI, cardiac catheterization, and surgery care
  • Sheath removal and TR Band management
• Gastrointestinal: Feeding tube care and management
• Renal: Pre/post hemodialysis management, renal failure care
• IV Therapy/Phlebotomy:

  • Accessing ports, arterial line management, blood product administration
  • Central line, PICC line, peripheral line care/management
  • Phlebotomy and IV starts
• Medication Management:

  • Heparin protocols
  • Management and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
  • PCA and procedural sedation administration
• Neurological/Psychiatric:

  • Craniotomy, CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury
• Orthopedics: Ortho trauma, peripheral nerve block catheters, total joint replacements
• Plastic Surgery: Skin grafts, surgical drains
• Respiratory Care:

  • Ventilator care, chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac)
  • External CPAP/BIPAP, high flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
  • ABG interpretation, oxygen delivery devices, 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

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Interpretation and management 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
• Feeding tube care and management

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Active Illinois RN license required (no pending licenses accepted)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred but not mandatory

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background checks including criminal, sex offender, and federal exclusions within 30 days of start
• Primary source verification of license and certifications
• Competency exam required for clinical candidates
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming good physical and mental health, communicable disease free, and ability to perform job functions
• Fit mask test required (specific mask types accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• Immunizations or documented immunity required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (vaccine series, positive titer, or declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines, positive titer, or declination)
• 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually by November 30
• References: Two professional references required
• Badge photo required within one week of contract signing
• Completion of computer-based learning modules prior to orientation

Facility & Work Environment

• Acute care hospital, Magnet designated, Level I trauma center
• Total staffed beds: 562
• Charting system: Cerner
• Dress code: Any solid color scrub
• Parking: Permit required, no cost

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be able to start with minimal call-off days (ideally no more than 5 days off)
• Client may cancel up to 36 hours per 13-week assignment without penalty
• Fingerprinting must be completed in Illinois 3 business days prior to start (for candidates without an IL license)

This position is ideal for experienced IMC/Stepdown RNs with telemetry and critical care skills seeking a travel contract in Illinois.