Cardio Thoracic Telemetry RN
Peoria, Illinois
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
$2,131-3,173/weekTRS Healthcare will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Cardio Thoracic Unit RN
Overview
- 13-week contract in Peoria, Illinois
- 12-hour nights: 1900-0730
- 36 hours per week
- Local placements accepted within a 50-mile radius
Required Qualifications
- Active IL license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated
- BLS
- RN licensure
- EKG interpretation
- Medication titration
- Ability to titrate drips
- Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips
- Requested time off must be submitted
- Negative drug screen required
Preferred Qualifications
- ACLS recommended
Unit Details
- Cardio Thoracic RN department
- 70 beds
- Nurse-to-patient ratios: Days 1:4-5; Nights 1:5-6
- Common patient types include MI, CHF, A fib, COPD, pacemaker/AICD placement, lung surgery, chest tubes, esophagectomy, and gen med overflow
- Common titratable drips include Cardizem and heparin
- Charge nurse is present 24/7 and rarely takes patients
- House supervisor is present 24/7
- PCT ratios: Days 1:8-9; Eves 1:9-10; Nights 1:10-12
- RT equipment includes Cpap, Bipap, and heated high flow in special circumstances with COVID patients
- Tele monitor techs are available
- Floating may include other general medical units
- Scrubs may be any color except children/cartoon-type prints
- Unit orientation is typically 1 shift or part of one
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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