Travel Nurse RN - LTAC in Peoria, IL

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified LTAC RN in Peoria, Illinois, 61605! About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: LTAC Med Surg Duration: Permanent Shift: 12 Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 36 hours per week Experience: Minimum six months of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred. Will review candidates with 1 year experience. New grads will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. License: Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred. Must-Have: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on patient age and clinical condition. Ability to organize tasks and develop action plans in stressful situations. Must maintain good attendance. Description: Provides planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Develops a nursing care plan in coordination with patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff as necessary. Communicates changes in patients' clinical conditions appropriately. Participates in the discharge planning process. Maintains standards of nursing care and implements policies and procedures. Directs, supervises, and evaluates nursing care provided to patients. Assigns nursing care team members based on patient needs and team capabilities. Documents patient admission assessments and re-assessments, care plans, and other pertinent information in the patient's medical record. Performs assessments on all patients upon admission and re-assessments as per policy. Makes referrals to other disciplines based on assessment findings. Develops and updates nursing care plans for assigned patients as needed. Assesses and reassesses pain, utilizing appropriate pain management techniques. Educates patients and families regarding pain management strategies. Revises the plan of care according to patients' responses to treatment and evaluates overall effectiveness daily. Receives and ensures accurate transcription of physician orders and documents task completion. Assists physicians with examinations, treatments, and special procedures. Administers medications accurately utilizing the five rights of medication administration. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates its effectiveness, involving family as appropriate. Interacts professionally with patients and families, involving them in care planning. Treats patients and families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as a liaison between administration, patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Performs other related duties as assigned. 28190531EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Travel nursing provides a level of professional autonomy. While adhering to facility policies, you have the opportunity to work independently and contribute your expertise to different teams. With a constant demand for healthcare professionals, travel nurses often enjoy job security. The ongoing need for qualified nurses ensures a steady stream of opportunities in various locations. Working with diverse teams in various settings enhances your communication skills. You learn to effectively communicate with colleagues, patients, and families from different backgrounds.

Location: Peoria, Illinois, US

Posted Date: 9/15/2025