Registered Nurse Medical Surgical

Job Title
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Location
Peoria, IL

Schedule / Job Type
Full-time, Night shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to a medical-surgical patient population in a 29-bed unit.
• Monitor and assess patients with a variety of diagnoses, including GI bleeds, sepsis, cellulitis, CHF, COVID, osteomyelitis, elderly falls, DVT, and pulmonary embolisms.
• Titrate Heparin drips and manage other titratable and set rate drips as required.
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals including charge RNs, crisis RNs, nurse aides, and lab/pharmacy staff to ensure quality patient care.
• Conduct and document assessments, administer medications, and coordinate patient care plans effectively.
• Maintain all required certifications, including BLS and active IL RN licensure.

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license or verification that application process has been initiated.
• BLS certification.
• Experience with titration of Heparin drips.
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced medical-surgical environment.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous Medical-Surgical nursing experience.
• Familiarity with remote telemetry monitoring systems (e.g., Phillips).
• Ability to handle a wide range of diagnoses and patient needs.
• Experience with IV starts and inpatient blood draws.

Why Join Us

• Gain valuable experience in a well-resourced, supportive acute care environment.
• Join a dedicated team committed to high-quality patient care and professional growth.