Registered Nurse - Acute Rehab Unit
Peoria, Illinois
Kindred Hospital Peoria
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Job info
Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Peoria, Illinois
Specialty: DMCC - Acute Rehab Unit
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Details
- Unit Type: Acute Rehab Unit
- Number of Beds: 29
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
- Day: 5:1
- Night: 6:1
- Common Patient Diagnoses: Neuro, Neurosurgery, Amputations, Multi-trauma, Cardiac, Complex medical (trachs, no vents)
- Required Certifications: BLS (AHA)
- Experience/Skills: Strong Neuro skills required
- RN Responsibilities:
- No titration of drips except heparin
- Attend team conferences for acute inpatient rehab (required)
- Telemetry: Tele packs used, but not monitored by RN
- Support Staff: Nurse aides present with 1:9 or 1:10 ratio
- Rehab Services Available: PT, OT, Speech Therapy
- Respiratory Equipment: CPAP/BiPAP at night for sleep apnea; nasal cannula including high flow (no heated high flow)
Scheduling & Work Requirements
- 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 required
- 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
Orientation
- 2 days classroom orientation
- 2-3 days/nights with a preceptor
- Training includes QRP and specific rehab documentation
- 12 non-billable orientation hours
Required Qualifications
- Active Illinois RN license or confirmation that application process has been initiated
- BLS certification (AHA)
- Must produce a negative drug screen (drug-free campus)
Additional Notes
- Local placements accepted within a 50-mile radius
- OSF Call Off Policy: Equivalent of 12 hours every 13 weeks with no penalty or pay required for the shift
Years of Experience Required: Not explicitly stated; strong neuro skills required (recommend at least 1+ year acute care or neuro experience)
Prior Travel Experience: Not required or specified
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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