TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Neuro RN in Peoria, Illinois, 61637!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: Neuro Med-Surg
Duration: 15 weeks
Shift: 12H Days
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: 1 year
License: Active state license required
Certifications: BLS, NIHSS
Must-Have:
Must have Level 1 trauma experience.
Must have previous travel experience.
Must have prior experience working on a dedicated neuro unit.
Experience with titrating heparin drips required.
Description:
The unit comprises 54 beds with 2 semi-private rooms.
The nurse-to-patient ratios on day shifts are 1:4-5, and nights are 1:5-6.
Common diagnoses include stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and various neurological issues.
Additional medical overflow may occur.
Charge nurses are available 24/7, and they generally do not take patient assignments unless necessary.
House supervisors are also on site 24/7 for support.
Patient care techs are present, with ratios of 1:9-10 during the day, 1:9-10 in the evening, and 1:10-12 at night.
Registered nurses may need to troubleshoot respiratory equipment.
House-wide telemetry systems are in place, and nurses do not need to read strips.
12-hour shifts are standard, with an expectation to work every other weekend and holidays.
Floating among units is required based on staffing needs.
Scrubs do not have a color requirement, though tattoos should be covered while on duty.
Orientation involves 2 days of training, including computer systems and unit-specific instructions with an educator and preceptor.