LTAC Med Surg RN
Peoria, Illinois
Kindred Hospital Peoria
$2,092-2,571/weekStability Healthcare will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Job Opportunity: DMCC - LTAC Med Surg Nurse
Location: Peoria, Illinois
Position Details
- Specialty: DMCC - LTAC Med Surg
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Unit: MedSurg
- Number of Beds: 10
- Shift Length: 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend and to fill holes
- Holiday Requirement: Holiday rotation and to fill holes
- Call or Standby: Not currently required but subject to change
Patient Population & Care
- Common diagnoses: Respiratory failure, post-surgical, wound care, IV antibiotics, post-CVA, post-trauma, cardiac patients
- Experience/Skills Required:
- PEG tube care/feedings
- CVC/PICC/Midline usage and care
- Tracheostomy patient care
- RNs are required to titrate drips (e.g., Heparin)
- Respiratory Therapy equipment includes vents, CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow; RNs troubleshoot but RT manages equipment
- Telemetry: Tele/monitor techs present; RNs do not read their own strips
Staffing & Ratios
- Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:5
- Nurse Aids/Patient Care Techs: Yes, ratio 1:10
- Charge Nurse: No charge nurse on each shift; House Supervisor available 24/7
Certifications & Orientation
- Required Certifications: BLS (AHA) required; ACLS preferred but not required
- Orientation: 12 non-billable hours classroom orientation plus 2 shifts on unit with preceptor
Additional Information
- Qualified Med Surg nurses may float to ICU and Acute Rehab occasionally
- Dress Code: Scrubs only; OSF-approved t-shirts allowed in any color
- Drug-Free Campus: Negative drug screen required
- Local placements accepted within 50-mile radius
Licensure & Requirements
- Active Illinois nursing license or confirmation that application process has been initiated required
Prior Travel Experience
- No explicit prior travel experience required
Summary
This is a 13-week contract for a Med Surg nurse with experience in LTAC settings, requiring strong skills in PEG tube care, central line management, tracheostomy care, and drip titration. The role involves 12-hour shifts with weekend and holiday rotations, no current call requirement, and occasional floating to ICU and rehab units. BLS certification is mandatory, ACLS preferred. Orientation includes classroom and unit-based preceptorship.
Facility
Kindred Hospital Peoria
- Long Term Acute Care
- 50 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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