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Cardiac Intermediate Unit Rn Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown

Peoria, IL ยท On-site

$2.0K - $2.8K/wk

This is a RN position in the SFMC - Adult Cardiac Intermediate Unit type:Cardio IC (Cardiovascular Intensive Care). You must have a Nursing License and at least 2 years of recent experience as a RN - ...

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Travel Adult Cardiac Intermediate Unit RN

Peoria, IL โ€ข On-site

PEL/VIP
51 - 200 employees

$2.5K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

PEL/VIP is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU | Travel | Assignment Overview

We are seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse for the Acute Cardiac Intermediate Unit. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CVICU or Cardiac ICU, with at least two years of experience and the ability to handle a fast-paced, high-stress environment. This role involves care of stepdown patients with complex cardiac needs, including TAVRs, ablations, heart failure, and more.

Assignment Details
  • Estimated gross weekly pay package: $2565 (negotiable)
  • Shift: 12-hour days (7a-7p or 7p-7a)
  • Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend to every third weekend
  • Holiday Requirements: Yes, every other
  • Floating Requirements: Expected to float to every level of care, including ICU
  • Charting System: EPIC
  • Care Setting: Acute
  • Trauma Level: 1
  • Number of Beds: 20, all private and monitored
Responsibilities
  • Care for stepdown patients with cardiac needs
  • Titrate medications such as dopamine, dobutamine, and others
  • Interpret ECG strips and troubleshoot ventilators
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop patient care plans
  • Maintain accurate patient records
  • Float to ICU as needed
Qualifications

Required:

  • Active IL RN license or application in process
  • 2+ years of CVICU or Cardiac ICU experience
  • BLS certification (AHA)
  • Ability to interpret ECG strips and titrate drips
  • Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills

Preferred:

  • ACLS, CCRN, or PCCN certifications
Job Type

Travel

PEL/VIP Job ID #63982544. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About PEL/VIP

PEL/VIP connects nursing, respiratory and allied health professionals with opportunities that make a difference. For over 30 years, we've helped clinicians build rewarding careers through travel, contract, permanent, and PRN positions across acute care facilities, post-acute facilities, and healthcare organizations nationwide.Whether you're looking for flexibility, career growth, competitive pay, or your next long-term opportunity, our team is committed to helping you find a position that aligns with your goals.


As a company built and operated by healthcare professionals, we understand the value clinicians bring to patient care. That's why we focus on building lasting relationships, providing personalized support, and creating opportunities where clinicians can succeed.

Benefits
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Dental benefits
  • Medical benefits
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Vision benefits