Registered Nurse IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Location

• Springfield, IL

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, night shifts (3x12-hour shifts per week, 1845-0715)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within IMC, PCU, and Stepdown units, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
• Monitor and interpret telemetry data, manage cardiac dysrhythmias, and respond to emergencies promptly.
• Administer medications, including IV therapies, vasoactive drips, and blood products, following protocols.
• Manage post-cardiac procedures, such as angiograms, catheters, and surgeries, including sheath removal and sheath management.
• Care for patients with gastrointestinal and renal conditions, including feeding tube management and dialysis pre/post-care.
• Document patient care accurately using Cerner and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Illinois RN license in hand prior to start.
• Minimum 18 months of RN experience in a hospital setting, preferably in Acute Care, Telemetry, or Cardiac units.
• Certification in BLS and ACLS.
• Basic IV therapy and phlebotomy skills, including port access, line management, and blood product administration.
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, including dysrhythmia management and telemetry interpretation.
• Experience with chest tubes, CPAP/BIPAP, high-flow oxygen, and non-invasive airway management.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous charge nurse experience and familiarity with Cerner charting system.
• Experience in Level I Trauma centers and teaching hospitals.
• Knowledge of surgical drains and trauma patient care.

Why Join Us

• Work in a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated hospital with a dedicated, supportive team.
• Opportunity to develop specialized skills in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Additional Information

• 12-hour night shifts, rotating every other weekend.
• Schedule flexibility for block scheduling, pending discussion.
• Must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays.
• Floating to similar units within scope is required.
• Parking available at no cost with permit provided during orientation.
• All compliance documents (SSN, DOB, background, certifications) must be completed prior to start.
• Candidates must be local or willing to travel at least 50 miles if RN.
• No on-call required.

Note: This is a travel assignment requiring full compliance with hospital policies and credentialing procedures.