Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an acute rehabilitation unit position requiring an active IL license and strong neuro skills.

Details

• Work in a post-acute, 29-bed acute rehab unit
• Patient population includes neuro, neurosurgery, amputations, multi-trauma, cardiac, and complex medical cases such as tracheostomies (without ventilator management)
• Patient ratios are 5:1 on days and 6:1 on nights
• Day shift is 7:00 am – 7:30 pm and night shift is 7:00 pm – 7:30 am
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required
• Floating required to LTAC and med-surg units; will not float to HAU unless trained
• No on-call responsibilities
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Unit features PT/OT/ST therapy and nurse aides with a 1:9/10 ratio
• Non-monitored telemetry available; RNs utilize tele packs but do not interpret telemetry strips

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration or proof that application has been initiated
• Current BLS (AHA) certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Strong neuro clinical skills needed
• Ability to attend and participate in team conferences for acute inpatient rehab
• Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include providing rehab nursing care to complex patient populations
• Unit does not have charge nurses; house supervisors available
• Two days of classroom orientation and 2-3 days/nights with a preceptor are provided, including QRP and rehab documentation training
• Dress code allows any color scrubs; no t-shirts unless approved
• COVID vaccination is not required for employment
• Local candidates are accepted, with a local rate applying for those within 50 miles of the facility