Registered Nurse - Acute Rehab Unit
Peoria, Illinois
Kindred Hospital Peoria
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Job info
Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) - DMCC Acute Rehab Unit
Location: Peoria, Illinois
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Details
- Unit: DMCC - Acute Rehab Unit
- Beds: 29
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
- Days: 5:1
- Nights: 6:1
- Nurse Aide Ratio: 1:9 or 1:10
- Shifts:
- Day: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Night: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday rotation
- Call/Standby: None
- Floating: Yes, float to LTAC and med-surg units; no float to HAU unless trained
- Dress Code: Any color scrubs; no t-shirts unless approved
Patient Population & Care Focus
- Common Diagnoses: Neurology, Neurosurgery, Amputations, Multi-trauma, Cardiac, Complex medical cases (tracheostomies, no ventilators)
- Rehab Services: Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), Speech Therapy (ST)
- Respiratory Equipment: CPAP/BiPAP at night for sleep apnea; nasal cannula including high flow (no heated high flow)
- Telemetry: Telemetry available but not monitored by RN; RN does not read strips
- Drip Management: RNs are not required to titrate drips except for heparin
Orientation & Training
- Orientation:
- 2 days classroom orientation
- 2-3 shifts (days or nights) with a preceptor
- Training includes QRP and specific rehab documentation
Required Certifications & Skills
- Certification: BLS (AHA) required
- Experience: Strong neurology skills required
- RN Responsibilities: Required to attend team conferences for acute inpatient rehab
Additional Notes
- Local placements accepted within a 50-mile radius
- Drug-Free Campus: Negative drug screen required for all panels
- No charge nurses currently; only house supervisors
Required Qualifications
- Active Illinois RN license or proof that application process has been initiated
- Minimum Specialty Experience: Not explicitly stated, but strong neuro skills required (recommend at least 1+ year experience in neuro or acute rehab nursing)
- Prior travel experience: Not required or specified
This position is ideal for RNs with acute rehab and neurology experience seeking a 13-week contract in Illinois with a focus on complex medical and neuro patients.
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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