Neuro Med-Surg RN
Peoria, Illinois
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
$2,092-2,578/weekTNAA TotalMed RN will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Registered Nurse – Neuro Med-Surg Acute
Location: Peoria, Illinois
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Overview
- 54 beds (mostly semi-private)
- Nurse-to-patient ratios:
- Day shift: 1:4-5
- Night shift: 1:5-6
- Common patient diagnoses: Stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, neuroscience cases, some medical overflow
- Telemetry monitors used (Phillips brand); nurses do not need to read strips
Shift Details
- 12-hour shifts
- Weekend requirement: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday both shifts)
- Holiday requirement: Every other holiday
- No call or standby requirement
- Floating: Rotates with general unit staff; may float outside general unit only if competent and paired with trained nurse
Required Certifications & Skills
- BLS (AHA)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- Level 1 trauma experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience required (no first-time travelers)
- Previous experience on a dedicated neuro unit required
- Experience with heparin titrated drips based on PTT required (RNs must titrate drips)
Patient Care Support
- Charge nurse present 24/7 (does not take patient assignment unless short staffed)
- House supervisor present 24/7
- Nurse aides/patient care techs available with ratios:
- Day & evening: 1:9-10
- Night: 1:10-12
Equipment & Procedures
- High flow oxygen equipment used rarely (mostly stable COVID patients)
- Nurses troubleshoot respiratory equipment but do not manage ventilators or advanced respiratory devices
Orientation & Policies
- 2-day unit-specific orientation with educator and preceptor
- Drug-free workplace; negative drug screen required
- Dress code: No specific scrub color; tattoos must be covered; only ear piercings allowed
Required Qualifications
- Active Illinois RN license or proof that application process has been initiated
- BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications
- Minimum of 1 year neuro med-surg acute experience with level 1 trauma
- Prior travel nursing experience required (no first-time travelers)
- Experience titrating heparin drips
This position accepts local placements within a 50-mile radius.
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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