Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry in Peoria, IL

Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry
Location: Peoria, IL
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 26 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry / Cardio Thoracic

Location

Peoria, IL

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Onsite | Day Shift | 12-Hour Shifts (0700–1930)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 70-bed Cardio Thoracic unit managing diagnoses including MI, CHF, atrial fibrillation, COPD, pacemaker/AICD placement, lung surgeries with chest tubes, and esophagectomy cases
• Perform continuous EKG interpretation and collaborate with monitor technicians using Philips telemetry monitoring systems
• Titrate drips including Cardizem and heparin per unit protocols
• Manage patients on CPAP, BiPAP (home regimen), and heated high-flow oxygen as indicated
• Float to other general medical units as needed
• Adhere to weekend and holiday rotation schedules as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license (or confirmation that the application process has been initiated)
• Current BLS certification
• Proficiency in EKG interpretation
• Experience with medication titration and drip management
• Ability to pass a multi-panel drug screen; must comply with drug-free workplace policy
• Competency in all fundamental nursing skills

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Current ACLS certification
• Prior experience in a telemetry, cardiac, or cardio thoracic nursing setting
• Familiarity with chest tube management and post-surgical cardiac or thoracic patient populations

Why Join Us

• Work within a well-supported unit structure featuring 24/7 charge nurse coverage, house supervisor availability, and patient care technician support on every shift
• Join a high-acuity, specialty-focused team with consistent scheduling and clearly defined patient ratios