Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Peoria, IL

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

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Peoria, Illinois, 61637!

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Short Stay Unit

Location

Peoria, IL

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced Short Stay Unit managing high patient turnover with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Care for patients presenting with stroke, trauma, cardiac conditions, and general medical diagnoses such as UTI, COPD, and cellulitis
• Utilize Philips house-wide telemetry monitoring system; RNs are not required to independently read EKG strips
• Manage BiPAP, CPAP, and high-flow oxygen equipment as needed per PRN or scheduled orders
• Collaborate with Charge RN, House Supervisor, and Patient Care Technicians present on every shift
• Float to other departments as needed, with travelers prioritized for floating assignments

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license (or confirmation that the application process has been initiated)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Demonstrated general medical/surgical nursing experience
• Ability to meet weekend requirement of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Must comply with a drug-free workplace policy and produce a negative drug screen

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a short stay, observation, or high-turnover medical/surgical unit
• Familiarity with stroke, cardiac, and trauma patient populations
• Comfort with BiPAP, CPAP, and high-flow oxygen in a non-ICU setting

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-supported unit with a Charge RN and House Supervisor available 24/7 and PCTs on every shift
• Structured 1–2 shift preceptor orientation to help you acclimate to the unit workflow and expectations

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Founded and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Concentric Healthcare Staffing specializes in healthcare employment with an emphasis in nursing and allied health. Our passion is to develop partnerships with our clients and become an integral part of your staffing solution. Concentric representatives understand your need for continuity of care and work to ensure that every staffing solution we provide is as unique as your facility.

To provide the skilled and talented personnel that today’s medical field demands, Concentric Healthcare offers a top flight registry service that provides staff 24/7. Your facility can enhance their recruiting process by taking advantage of the temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct placement services of our fully screened professionals.

Concentric Healthcare is proud to be recognized by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) with the JCAHO Gold Seal of Approval for the Health Care Staffing Services program. JCAHO certification acknowledges compliance with the Joint Commission’s national set of consensus-based quality standards and demonstrates a commitment to excellence in providing health care staffing.

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