Travel Nurse RN - Neuro ICU - $2,218 per week in Peoria, IL

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Neuro ICU RN in Peoria, Illinois, 61637! Pay Information $2,218 per week About The Position Job Title : Registered Nurse Profession : RN Specialty : Neuro ICU Duration : 13 Weeks Shift : 12-Hour Nights Hours per Shift : 12 Experience : Minimum 1 Year License : Active IL License Required Certifications : BLS, ACLS Must-Have : Ventriculostomy experience NIH Stroke Scale Certification Ventilator management Arterial line experience Central line experience tPA administration Acute stroke management Post-craniectomy care Description : This position is on a Neuro ICU unit with 18 beds. The nurse to patient ratio is 1 : 2. Common diagnoses include ventriculostomies, strokes with and without TPA, and craniectomies. RNs are required to titrate intravenous drips according to physician orders. The unit employs nurse aids / patient care technicians with a ratio of 9 : 1. RNs will troubleshoot respiratory therapy equipment, including vents, CPAP, and BiPAP. Tele / monitor technicians are available, and RNs are expected to read and interpret telemetry strips using Phillips monitors. The schedule consists of 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends and holidays. Travelers may float to other units, with a maximum ratio of 1 : 3 in intermediate care and 1 : 4 on general floors. Unit-specific orientation is required and consists of both 8-hour and 12-hour shifts. 28665861EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients from diverse backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in various healthcare settings. Connect with healthcare professionals nationwide, expanding your professional network. These connections can open doors to new career opportunities, collaborations, and lifelong friendships within the healthcare community. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. With a constant demand for healthcare professionals, travel nurses often enjoy job security. The ongoing need for qualified nurses ensures a steady stream of opportunities in various locations.