Travel Contract

PreOp RN
Chicago, Illinois
UChicago Medicine Center for Care and Discovery

$1,926-1,976/week
Posted 36 minutes ago
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PreOp Registered Nurse

Job Overview

  • Travel/contract role in Chicago, Illinois
  • 13-week assignment
  • Day shift: 3x12 hours, 9:00 AM–9:30 PM
  • Monday through Friday schedule
  • No weekends or holidays
  • Locals accepted

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Illinois
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Preoperative experience within the last year
  • 1 year of preoperative experience
  • ICU - Intensive Care Unit experience
  • ED - Emergency Department experience
  • More than 1 year of Epic experience

Required Certifications

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIH Stroke Certification

Schedule / Unit Details

  • Pre-op / recovery for a procedural area

Compliance / Onboarding Requirements

  • Criminal background check
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM check
  • HHS/OIG check
  • 2 professional references, including 1 direct supervisor
  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • N95 fit testing within 1 year of start
  • Tdap within 10 years of start
  • Negative TB screening
  • Drug screen
  • Measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella immunity documentation
  • Hepatitis B documentation
  • Flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
  • Unit-specific skills checklist
  • Employment application
  • Badge photo
  • Signed fingernail policy
  • Compliance checklists
  • Online training modules before orientation

Additional Notes

  • Instructor-led Epic training is required if the candidate does not have more than 1 year of Epic experience
  • Start dates are planned for September and October

About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Pre-Operative Nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
Weather
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
Demographics
  • Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
  • Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
Things to Do
  • Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
  • The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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