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Location: Springfield, Illinois Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 13 weeks Specialty: Registered Nurse

Nights, 4x12 hours (18:45 to 7:15), 48 hours per week
On-call up to 30 hours per 6 weeks
Client may call off up to 36 hours per 13-week assignment without paying for cancelled hours. Shifts cancelled beyond that are billed. On-call placement counts as a called-off shift.
Weekend shifts not required
Block schedule requests: discuss with manager
Ideal return-to-origin (RTO) restriction: no more than 5 days

Valid RN license in Illinois
PACU - Post Anesthesia Care (1 year of experience), with experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association or RQI
BLS issued by American Heart Association or RQI
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association or RQI
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients
Experience working with Cardiac patients
Experience working with Neuro patients
Experience working with Podiatry patients
Experience working with Spine patients
Experience working with Urinary patients
Experience in a(n) Ambulatory Care or Outpatient setting
Experience in a(n) Inpatient setting
Gastric bypass
Gastric sleeve
Experience with Cerner

Background check within 30 days of start, updated annually, covering all locations lived or worked in the past 7 years (includes SSN trace, county, state, national criminal, national sex offender, and FACIS Level 3 checks)
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days before start
Education verification
Illinois Most Wanted, Illinois Department of Corrections inmate search, and Illinois child murderer/violent offender registry searches within 30 days of start
Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by an eligible provider, with labs completed or scheduled within 7 days of signing
9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (dilute results not accepted)
TB test (2-step PPD, TSPOT, or Qgold) within 1 year of start, plus TB questionnaire updated annually
Immunization records or titers for measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella
Annual flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption, due by 11/30
Fit test with an accepted mask (CS: only if not using PAPR)
Two professional references
Skills checklist and competency exam
Facility orientation modules, due by 4 pm CST on the first day of orientation
Driver's license or state ID
Badge photo and badge name confirmation

Facility

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ADDRESS701 North First StreetSpringfield, IL 62781

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Springfield, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

In summer, the average high temperature is around 86°F, while the average low is around 65°F.
In winter, the average high temperature is around 36°F, and the average low is around 19°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Springfield, IL, and they are relatively easy to find.
Many options exist for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.

Transportation

Springfield, IL is relatively car-friendly, with manageable traffic and ample parking.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Springfield, IL has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and the capital city status.

Things to Do

Springfield, IL offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, hiking trails, and nearby recreational areas.

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