Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg​/Telemetry

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Marion, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro Med/Surg Tele position in Illinois, requiring an active IL RN license and strong neuro experience.

• Work in a 22-bed Neuro Med/Surg/Tele unit within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes neuro and neuro-surgical patients such as CVAs, elective back and neck surgeries, and cerebral angiograms, as well as general medical overflow patients
• Patient ratio is typically 1:4
• Use of Epic EMR is required
• 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend and holiday required
• May float to the medical unit as needed
• No on-call or call-back responsibilities
• Perform advanced neuro assessments, basic telemetry interpretation, and dysphagia screening
• Manage strict input and output, straight catheterization, Foley catheter management, initiate and titrate heparin drips, administer blood and blood products, perform venipuncture, and draw blood cultures
• Manage NG tubes, indwelling drains, and stable IV drips
• Charge nurse will also have a patient assignment
• Navy blue scrubs required
• No local candidates accepted (must live more than 40 miles from the facility)
• COVID-19 vaccine is not currently required but subject to change

• Current AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum two years of strong Med/Surg Tele experience required
• At least one previous travel assignment required
• Recent experience working with the Epic EMR system required
• Previous neuro experience required, including strong neuro assessment skills and comfort with NIHSS and dysphagia screening
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-638918. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Med/Surg Tele

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.