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Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown - $2,419 per week

First Connect Health

  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • $25 Per Hour

Highlights

Vasoactive Drip Titration Competency [HARDSTOP]: Proven capability to independently titrate critical care intravenous infusions (Cardene, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Heparin, and low-dose/infrequent vasopressors) [HARDSTOP]. Submission Candidate Profile Requirements [HARDSTOP]: Last 4 digits of SSN, Middle Initial, Requested Time Off (RTO), and acknowledgment of OSF Drug-Free Campus policy (negative drug screen) required at submittal [HARDSTOP].

Numbers & Facts

LocationPeoria, IL

Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 15 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Stepdown Care Unit Registered Nurse – Night Shift

  • Schedule: Night Shift | 3x12-Hour Shifts | 19:00 – 07:30 | 36 Guaranteed Hours Per Week
    • Scheduling & Weekend Protocol: Block scheduling attempted with unit supervisor. Every-other-weekend requirement (Friday/Saturday for night shift). Every-other-holiday rotation (includes working companion day of major holidays). No call/standby required.
    • Floating Protocol: Travelers float first. Eligible to float to ICU (if extensive ICU background), other Stepdown units (3:1 ratio), or General Med/Surg (5–6:1 ratio) based on clinical skill set.
    • Local Candidate Rate Tier: Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a $25.00/hr bill rate reduction.

    • Non-Billable Orientation: 12 non-billable orientation hours (1 day Epic, 1 day educator orientation, 1 day floor preceptorship).

       

Submission Hardstops [STRICT & NON-NEGOTIABLE]

  • Experience & Clinical Baseline [HARDSTOP]: Minimum 1+ years of recent ICU or Intermediate/Stepdown RN experience maintaining 3:1 or 2:1 patient ratios [HARDSTOP]. Progressive Care (PCU) or General Telemetry experience alone is strictly non-qualifying.
  • Respiratory & Mechanical Ventilation Experience [HARDSTOP]: Direct clinical competence and hands-on experience managing tracheostomies and trached patients on mechanical ventilators strictly required [HARDSTOP].
  • Vasoactive Drip Titration Competency [HARDSTOP]: Proven capability to independently titrate critical care intravenous infusions (Cardene, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Heparin, and low-dose/infrequent vasopressors) [HARDSTOP].
  • State Licensure [IN-HAND AT SUBMISSION]: Active Illinois State RN License (or official proof that the IL licensure application process has been initiated) [HARDSTOP].
  • National Certifications [IN-HAND AT SUBMISSION]: Active AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) certification [HARDSTOP]. AHA ACLS strongly recommended.
  • EMR Proficiency [HARDSTOP]: Direct clinical documentation experience in Epic EMR strictly required [HARDSTOP].
  • Submission Candidate Profile Requirements [HARDSTOP]: Last 4 digits of SSN, Middle Initial, Requested Time Off (RTO), and acknowledgment of OSF Drug-Free Campus policy (negative drug screen) required at submittal [HARDSTOP].
  • Dress Code Compliance: Any color scrubs allowed. Artificial/gel nails and chipped polish strictly prohibited. No visible tattoos or body piercings (females permitted one pair of simple earrings).

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

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