Job Description

Join an acute medical unit in Alton as a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse for a 12-week travel contract. You will care for acutely ill adult and geriatric patients with general medical-surgical, infectious disease, telemetry, acute ischemic stroke, and transient ischemic attack needs. Your responsibilities will include rhythm identification, neurological assessments, pre- and post-procedure care, Epic charting, and management of non-titrating cardiac medication infusions. This assignment follows a consistent night-shift rhythm with no call and no weekend shifts.

BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications are required, with at least one year of experience. CPI certification is preferred. Floating may be required within the service line and scope of practice, and first-time travelers are welcome.

Weather

Alton typically offers pleasant seasonal weather around this time of year, with comfortable daytime conditions, cooler evenings, and opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities between shifts.

Fun Things To Do

• Local exploration: Specific attractions in and around Alton were not provided in the job data.

• Outdoor activity: Specific parks or recreational sites were not provided in the job data.

• Day trip: A nearby day-trip destination was not provided in the job data.

• Day trip: A second day-trip destination was not provided in the job data.

• Dining and entertainment: Specific local options were not provided in the job data.

Job Specifics

City and State: Alton, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., three shifts per week
Duration: 12 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave