Travel RN - Rehab - Kankakee, IL - $2,110 per week - 12/27/24
: Job Details :

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Rehab RN in Kankakee, Illinois, 60901 Pay Information $2,110 per week About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Job Specialty: Medical Surgical - Rehab Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour Day Shift, 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Experience: Minimum of 1 year of inpatient acute rehab experience required; previous travel experience highly preferred. License: Must have an active Illinois license. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required; rehabilitation certification is a plus. Experience with QIM preferred. Must-Have: - Experience with EPIC electronic medical records system. - Valid driver's license. Job Description: - Care for patients with various medical conditions, including post-operative cardiovascular surgeries, falls, knee surgeries, back surgeries, strokes, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and some post-acute COVID cases. - Responsible for managing nurse-to-patient ratios, typically 1:6-8 depending on patient acuity. - Coordinate with a clinical prescreening process; hiring decisions are made within 24 hours without the possibility of a second interview. - Administer treatments such as intravenous fluids (IVF), electrolytes, antibiotics, and blood products (no titration of drips required). - Collaborate without continuous telemetry monitoring; there are no tele/monitor techs on this unit. - Work alongside a team that includes techs responsible for ADLs, vitals, and shower assistance. - Operate within a schedule created by the team lead/manager with potential for block scheduling. - Work weekends and holidays as required. - Provide coverage in medical-surgical settings as needed. - Follow standard attire guidelines with Caribbean Blue scrubs. - Participate in a 12-hour orientation shift with a preceptor. Note: Applicants should reside beyond a 50-mile radius from the facility to receive full compensation rates. 26584732EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding 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. Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. Some travel nursing agencies provide opportunities for continuing education, allowing you to expand your knowledge base and stay updated on the latest advancements in healthcare. Travel nursing is a fulfilling adventure. The combination of professional growth, personal enrichment, and the excitement of exploring new places makes it a unique and rewarding career choice. Working in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional.