Travel Nurse RN - Neuro - $2,311 per week in Rockford, IL

Registered Nurse (RN) | Neuro
Location: Rockford, IL
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,311 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 11/16/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Neuro RN in Rockford, Illinois, 61108!

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty: Neuro Telemetry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12H Nights Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum of 1 year License: Active Illinois license required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS required Must-Have: Neuro and telemetry experience Description: The unit consists of 23 beds. The nurse to patient ratio is 1:5-6. Common diagnoses include a variety of neurological, medical, surgical, and cardiovascular conditions. Examples of patient conditions are cerebrovascular accident (CVA), transient ischemic attack (TIA), syncope, encephalopathy, and altered mental status. Other conditions include brain mass, neurological diagnostic and surgical procedures, aspiration pneumonia, and PEG tube complications. Cardiovascular patient concerns include atherosclerosis, angina, and unspecified chest pain. The unit may also handle Adult Medical Specialty Unit patient overflow. RNs are not required to titrate drips. There is a charge nurse on each shift, who is free of patient assignments when possible. Nurse aids or patient care techs are typically available with ratios of 7-13 patients. RNs are responsible for troubleshooting CPAP and BiPAP machines at night. Phillips monitoring capabilities are in place for all 23 beds. Nurses are not required to read telemetry strips as house-wide monitor techs interpret them. Self-scheduling is available, accommodating the needs of the travelers when possible. Every other weekend and holiday coverage is required. Staff are not required for call or standby. Floating to any unit in the facility, except OB, OR, and ED, is part of the role. Professional scrub attire is required, with no scrubs provided. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory, and other specific dress code regulations apply. There is a cancellation policy of 12 hours per 13 weeks. Charting is completed using the EPIC system. A BSN is not required for this position. This role is within an acute care setting. The position is part of the nursing division.

About Cynet Health

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Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• PALS - AHA
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam

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