Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift IMC/Stepdown position requiring an active IL license, telemetry experience, and BLS/NIHSS certification.

Details

• Work in the Intermediate Care (IMC) unit of an acute care Level I trauma, Magnet hospital
• Stepdown/PCU/DOU/IMC environment caring for telemetry and neuro stepdown patients
• Night shifts of 3x12 (18:45-07:15), with potential to accommodate 4x12 schedule by request
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating within scope to other units as needed
• Uses Cerner charting system; experience preferred
• Patient population includes cardiac, neuro, ortho trauma, GI, GU/renal, respiratory, and post-surgical cases

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at the time of application
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Telemetry, Stepdown, PCU, DOU, or IMC required
• Certifications required: BLS and NIHSS; ACLS preferred
• Demonstrated skills in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation/management, post-cardiac care, and rapid response
• Experience with feeding tube management, pre/post hemodialysis, central and arterial line care, blood product administration, and starting IVs
• Proficiency in managing cardiac and vasoactive drips, procedural sedation, and medication protocols
• Capable of managing a range of cases including craniotomy, CVA, neuro and ortho trauma, plastic surgery, and respiratory support (ventilators, chest tubes, CPAP, HFNC, trach management)
• Familiar with isolation precautions, wound/vac care, and related professional skills
• Cerner EMR experience is preferred

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include caring for complex acute patients requiring stepdown and telemetry monitoring
• Position is in a teaching hospital and Level I trauma center
• Any solid color scrubs are permitted
• No restriction for local candidates
• Time off requests ideally not to exceed 5 days
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this assignment
• Free parking with required permit provided during orientation