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Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg (LTAC)

Location: Peoria, Illinois
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Details

Unit Type: Medical-Surgical (Med Surg)
Number of Beds: 10
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:5
Patient Types: Respiratory failure, post-surgical, wound care, IV antibiotics, post-CVA, post-trauma, cardiac patients
Common Skills Required: PEG tube care/feedings, CVC/PICC/Midline care, tracheostomy care
RN Responsibilities: Titrate drips (e.g., Heparin), troubleshoot respiratory equipment (ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow)
Respiratory Therapy: RT manages all respiratory equipment; RNs assist with troubleshooting
Telemetry: Telemetry monitored by dedicated techs; RNs read their own strips
Support Staff: Nurse aides/patient care techs present with 1:10 ratio
Charge Nurse: No charge nurse on shift; House Supervisor available 24/7

Schedule & Orientation

Shift Length: 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend and as needed to fill shifts
Holiday Requirement: Holiday rotation and as needed to fill shifts
Call/Standby: None currently, but subject to change
Orientation: 12 hours classroom + 2 shifts unit-specific with preceptor (non-billable)

Requirements & Qualifications

License: Active Illinois RN license or proof of application in process required
Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred but not required
Experience: Must have skills in PEG tube care, CVC/PICC/Midline care, tracheostomy care, and drip titration
Additional: Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels
Float Requirements: May be required to float to ICU and Acute Rehab units

Additional Notes

Local candidates within 50 miles preferred
Dress Code: Scrubs only; OSF-approved t-shirts allowed in any color
Nurse-to-patient ratio and patient acuity require strong Med Surg experience

Prior Travel Experience: Not specified as required.
Years of Specialty Experience: Not explicitly stated; candidate should have solid Med Surg nursing experience with skills listed above.

Facility

Kindred Hospital Peoria

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Long Term Acute Care
50 beds

ADDRESS500 West Romeo B. Garrett AvenuePeoria, IL 61605

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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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