Registered Nurse, Surgical Acute
Peoria, Illinois
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
$2,326-2,578/weekHCS 247 Travel will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Registered Nurse - Surgical Acute
Location: Peoria, Illinois
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Overview
- Department: Surgical Acute
- Unit Size: 63 beds (49 private, 9 observation)
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
- Day shift: 4-5 patients per RN
- Night shift: 5-6 patients per RN
- Common Patient Types: Post-op surgical, trauma, overflow medical
- Common Care Tasks: Dressing changes, wound care, IV therapy, pain management, drains, NG tubes, central lines, TPN
Schedule & Shifts
- Day Shift: 07:00 - 19:30
- Night Shift: 19:30 - 07:30
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
- Holiday Requirement: Rotate every other holiday
- Block scheduling may be considered with prior approval
- Travelers do not self-schedule
Orientation & Training
- Unit-specific orientation: 2 shifts with preceptor
- Additional 12-hour shift for EPIC, professional orientation, and unit educator support
- Non-billable orientation hours: 12 hours
Staffing & Support
- Charge Nurses: 2 per shift, do not take patient assignments
- House Supervisor: Available 24/7
- Patient Care Technicians (PCTs):
- Day: 7-10 patients per PCT
- Night: 10-15 patients per PCT
- Duties include vitals, accu checks, ADLs, turning, and ambulation
- Telemetry: Some patients on telemetry monitored by techs; bedside RNs do not read strips
Clinical Responsibilities
- Required Certifications: BLS (AHA)
- Experience: Post-op patient care, critical thinking, good bedside manner, team player
- Drip Management: Heparin only; RNs are not required to titrate drips beyond this
- Respiratory Equipment: No ventilators; CPAP and high flow managed by RT; RNs manage inhalers and can place patients on CPAP
- Floating: Travelers are first to float; float only to units matching experience level; ICU RNs floating to general units take a team of 3 patients
Additional Information
- Dress Code: Any scrub color allowed
- Drug-Free Workplace: Negative drug screen required
- Local Placements: Accepted within 50-mile radius
- Call/Standby: None required
Required Qualifications
- Active Illinois RN license or confirmation that application process has been initiated
- BLS certification (AHA)
- Experience in surgical acute/post-op nursing care
Notes
- Nurse-to-patient ratios and staffing support promote manageable workloads
- Emphasis on teamwork and communication
- Orientation includes EPIC training and unit-specific education
This job does not require prior travel experience.
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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