American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : ASAP
- Duration : 18 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit in Illinois, requiring a current IL RN license and prior neuro and travel nursing experience.
Responsibilities
Work in a Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit within an acute care hospital settingCare for patients with stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and related neuroscience conditions, with some medical overflow54-bed unit with semi-private rooms and nurse-to-patient ratios of 1 : 4-5 on days and 1 : 5-6 on nights12-hour night shifts (1900-0700) with every other weekend and holiday rotationNurses float in rotation with staff and may take full assignments on general unitsUse of EPIC EMR system; prior experience recommendedHeparin titration based on PTT is required; must be comfortable with titratable dripsPhillips telemetry monitoring system in use; nurses are not required to read their own stripsCharge nurse and house supervisor available 24 / 7Orientation includes 2 unit-specific days with an educator and preceptorNursing team consists of charge nurses, house supervisors, and patient care techs to support ratiosNo scrub color requirement, but tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings are permitted while on dutyHoliday coverage is required every other holiday as part of the rotationCOVID vaccination is not required for employment at this facilityClinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles are subject to local pay ratesNo call or standby requirements for this positionRequirements
Active IL RN license required at time of consideration; pending applications are not acceptedMinimum 1 year of neuro nursing experience on a dedicated neuro unitAt least 1 prior travel nursing assignment; first-time travelers are not eligibleLevel 1 trauma experience requiredCurrent BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications requiredExperience with heparin drips strongly requiredNegative drug screen required prior to employmentBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-627209. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg - Neuro
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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