We are seeking experienced ICU Nurses with Neuro, Cardiac and vent experience; The candidates must have current IL License, CPR, ACLS & NIHSS.

*Travel RN may be required to float to Step-Down ICU unit.

This position will require every other weekend & holiday and 12 hours shifts (Nights 7P-7A).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws/practice act.
• Documents according to standards of care.
• Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or hospital policy including patient and family instruction.
• Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.
• Utilizes clinical expertise & guidance to other units/departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.
• Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Critical & Intensive Care

Physical setting:

• Acute care
• ICU

Standard shift:

• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Differential pay
• Overtime pay

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Experience:

• ICU: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Required)
• NIHSS Certification (Required)

Work Location: On the road