Travel RN - Med​/Surg Tele

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift role requiring 2 years of experience and ortho proficiency.

• Active IL RN license required, in hand at time of consideration
• BLS certification required; NIHSS and OCN preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Ortho experience required, including proficiency in ortho totals and fractures
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Ability to perform heavy lifting

• Med/Surg Tele unit in an acute care, Magnet-designated hospital
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (18:45-7:15)
• Patient ratios of 1:5-6
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floats within service line to meet facility needs
• 36 hours per week for 3-12s or 48 hours per week for 4-12s
• Provides care for med/surg, telemetry, and orthopedic patients, including total joint replacement and peripheral nerve block catheters
• Performs IV therapy, central line and PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Manages respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and high flow nasal cannula
• Monitors and interprets cardiac telemetry, including dysrhythmia management and rapid response situations
• Provides wound care and manages isolation precautions/PPE
• Cares for pre/post neurosurgery and CVA patients
• Manages renal failure and pre/post hemodialysis patients
• Navy scrub color required
• No local candidates accepted within 75 miles of the facility
• RTO limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO during the first week
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Previous permanent BJC or Saint Luke's employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Standard travelers may stay up to 18 months, followed by a required 3-month break in service

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts