Pediatric Acute Care Registered Nurse
Peoria, Illinois
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
$2,368-3,346/weekNurse First will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
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Pediatric Acute RN Position - Peoria, Illinois
Unit Overview
- Department: Pediatric Acute (shares unit with Pediatric Hematology/Oncology)
- Beds: 22 beds for Pediatric Acute, 10 beds for Pediatric Hem/Onc; flexible bed usage depending on census
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4
- Patient Types: Medical/surgical pediatric patients including hyperbilirubinemia, neurological conditions, diabetes, failure to thrive, cystic fibrosis, COVID, orthopedic cases
Certifications & Requirements
- Required Certifications: BLS (AHA), PALS (AHA)
- Active Illinois nursing license or proof of application in process
- Drug-Free Campus: Negative drug screen required for all panels
- Submission Requirements: Last 4 digits of SSN, middle initial, requested time off
Staffing & Support
- Charge Nurse: Present 24/7, takes patient assignments
- Pediatric Crisis RN: Available 24/7
- Administrative Supervisor: Support available 24/7
- Patient Care Technicians (PCTs): Ratio approximately 1:8-10
- Pediatrician Coverage: Hospitalist on-site until ~midnight; 24/7 resident coverage
- Tele/Monitor Techs: Pediatric monitor tech monitors patients remotely; RNs do not read their own strips
Equipment & Responsibilities
- Respiratory Therapy Equipment: Heated high flow and BiPAP with specific parameters; RNs troubleshoot only
Scheduling & Work Conditions
- Shift Length: 12-hour shifts (0700-1930 or 1900-0730)
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Day shift weekends: Sat/Sun; Night shift weekends: Fri/Sat)
- Holiday Requirement: Required unless otherwise approved during interview
- Call/Standby: Not mandatory currently
- Floating: Allowed within children’s hospital to other pediatric units or mom/baby units; no ICU or chemo patients unless experienced
Orientation & Dress Code
- Orientation: 2 shifts minimum, can be extended with management approval
- Scrub Code: Any pediatric-appropriate scrub top color or pattern; tops must not be revealing; solid color scrub pants required; layering with long sleeves or jackets allowed
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
This position is suitable for pediatric acute care RNs with required certifications and Illinois licensure, comfortable with a variety of pediatric medical/surgical cases, and flexible with 12-hour shifts and weekend/holiday scheduling.
Facility
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
2 nurses recommend working with OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 644 beds
Peoria, IL
About
The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.
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