First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse (RN) – Adult Medical Specialty Unit
Position Overview
OSF is seeking an experienced Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse to provide care to adult patients with a variety of acute medical conditions. The ideal candidate should be skilled in managing complex patient needs, including central lines, tracheostomies, and chest tubes, and be comfortable working in an acute care environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, monitor, and provide nursing care to patients with acute medical conditions.
- Manage patients with sepsis, cellulitis, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, syncope, anemia, uncontrolled diabetes, and acute respiratory, liver, or kidney failure.
- Provide care for patients with behavioral health and addiction-related conditions.
- Manage central lines, tracheostomies, and chest tubes.
- Administer medications and prescribed therapies, including heparin and Lasix infusions, according to facility protocols.
- Monitor patients using telemetry and review rhythm strips through bedside monitors or computers.
- Collaborate with physicians, patient care technicians, respiratory therapists, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and follow established clinical and safety standards.
Required Qualifications
- Active Illinois RN license or confirmation that the license application process has been initiated.
- Current BLS certification.
- Experience with central lines, tracheostomies, and chest tubes.
- Epic experience preferred.
- Previous travel experience on a Medical-Surgical unit preferred.
Experience consideration: Candidates with Level I trauma center experience may be considered without prior travel experience, provided they have Epic experience.
Department Details
- Unit: Adult Medical Specialty Unit
- Bed capacity: 56 private and semi-private beds.
- Patient-to-nurse ratios:
- 7:00 AM–11:00 PM: approximately 1:4–5
- 11:00 PM–7:30 AM: approximately 1:5–6
- Charge nurse: Dedicated charge RN on each floor; free of patient assignments.
- Patient care technicians (PCTs): Assist with vital signs, Accu-Cheks, bladder scans, and activities of daily living. Approximate ratio: 1 PCT to 8–10 patients.
- Telemetry: House-wide remote monitoring using Philips monitors. RNs can review strips on bedside packs or computers.
- Respiratory support: BiPAP/CPAP for sleep apnea, inhaler administration, and suctioning.
- Drip titration: Not required. Heparin and Lasix are listed among common infusions.
Shift and Scheduling
- Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week.
- Shift hours: 7:00 AM–7:30 PM or 7:00 PM–7:30 AM, as assigned.
- Weekends: Every other weekend.
- Day shift: Saturday and Sunday.
- Night shift: Friday and Saturday.
- Holidays: Requirements vary.
- Call/standby: None.
- Floating: May float to other acute care general medical areas, including nephrology, neurology, orthopedics, and oncology.
Dress Code
- Any color of professional scrubs.
- No visible tattoos.
- No visible piercings except earrings.
Orientation
- Approximately 2–3 shifts of unit-specific orientation.
- OSF requires 12 hours of non-billable orientation. Guaranteed hours do not apply during orientation.
OSF Facility Policies
- Local rate: Clinicians whose permanent address is within 50 miles are subject to a $25 reduction in regular and overtime bill rates.
- Call-off policy: Equivalent of 12 hours per 13-week assignment, with no penalty and no requirement to pay for the shift.
- Drug screening: OSF is a drug-free campus. Candidates must understand this policy and provide a negative drug screen for all required panels.
Submission Requirements
Please ensure the following information is included with the candidate's submission:
- Last four digits of the clinician's SSN.
- Clinician's middle initial.
- Requested time off (RTO).
- Active Illinois RN license or confirmation that the application process has started.
- Confirmation that the candidate understands OSF's drug-free campus policy and negative drug-screen requirement.
Ideal Candidate
A skilled Medical-Surgical RN with strong acute care experience, proficiency in Epic, and the ability to manage complex medical patients and specialized equipment. Candidates with Level I trauma center experience and a background in central lines, tracheostomies, and chest tubes are especially suitable.
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About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus