Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care in Peoria, IL

Key Responsibilities Provide direct, primary nursing care in an 8-bed critical care unit with a 1:2–3 nurse-to-patient ratio, caring for patients with respiratory failure, post-surgical needs, post-CVA, post-trauma, wound care, IV antibiotics, and cardiac conditions. Manage and titrate ICU-level drips including Precedex, Propofol, Fentanyl, Versed, Lasix, Insulin, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, Levophed, Dopamine, and Cardizem.

TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Peoria, Illinois, 61605!

Job Title

RN (Registered Nurse) – ICU / Critical Care

Location

Peoria, IL | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | Every other weekend required | Holiday rotation required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct, primary nursing care in an 8-bed critical care unit with a 1:2–3 nurse-to-patient ratio, caring for patients with respiratory failure, post-surgical needs, post-CVA, post-trauma, wound care, IV antibiotics, and cardiac conditions
• Manage and titrate ICU-level drips including Precedex, Propofol, Fentanyl, Versed, Lasix, Insulin, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, Levophed, Dopamine, and Cardizem
• Perform PEG tube care and feedings, and provide care for CVC, PICC, and Midline lines
• Care for sedated and ventilated patients, including tracheostomy management and coordination with Respiratory Therapy (available in-house 24/7)
• Monitor patients via hard-wired Phillips telemetry systems; telemetry is centrally monitored by a dedicated tech within the ICU
• Float to the Medical-Surgical unit as needed

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license (or confirmation that the application process has been initiated)
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Demonstrated experience titrating vasopressors, sedation, and pain control drips in an ICU setting
• Proficiency with tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and central line care (CVC/PICC/Midline)
• Must comply with a drug-free workplace policy; a negative drug screen for all panels is required
• Candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a local rate adjustment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a dedicated ICU setting with a high-acuity patient population
• Familiarity with Phillips telemetry monitoring systems
• Experience working alongside Respiratory Therapy in a collaborative, 24/7 critical care environment
• Comfort with tele-health physician coverage models during off-hours

Why Join Us

• Work in a structured critical care environment supported by a House Supervisor available 24/7 and Respiratory Therapy in-house around the clock
• Benefit from a defined orientation process including classroom training and two precepted shifts on the unit to set you up for success