Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Chicago, Illinois
La Rabida Children's Hospital

$2,056-2,353/week
Posted 1 hour ago  Verified
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Common job information

    Certification details
  • IL RN License
  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
    Job details
  • Position / Specialty: House Supervisor RN (for Peds Stepdown Acute Care Unit)
  • Inpatient Unit is very unique - 1 unit, 39 beds, all specialties on this unit, 50-60% of patients have some sort of technology dependence - ages 2 weeks to 18 yrs old.
  • Start date: ASAP
  • Ratios: 1:3-4
  • Years of experience REQ: 2 years. HOUSE SUPERVISOR/CHARGE EXP REQ.
  • Weekend REQ: Y – every other weekend required
  • Will clinician float within scope to meet facility needs? Y
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours for 3-12 hour shifts, 48 hours for 4-12 hour shifts, 40 hours for shifts less than 12 hours (8-hour and 10-hour shifts)
  • Special Requirements: Vents, trach, and G tube experience required.
    Job requirements
  • IL RN LICENSE REQUIRED IN HAND FOR SUBMISSION
  • 2 years of experience required
  • House Supervisor/Charge experience required
  • Vents, trach, and G tube experience required
  • Meditech experience required
  • RTO must be approved and included in the contract prior to the start date - No RTO may be added after the contract has started.
    Schedule information
  • Weekend REQ: Y – every other weekend required
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours for 3-12 hour shifts, 48 hours for 4-12 hour shifts, 40 hours for shifts less than 12 hours (8-hour and 10-hour shifts)
    Unit specific information
  • Inpatient Unit is very unique - 1 unit, 39 beds, all specialties on this unit, 50-60% of patients have some sort of technology dependence - ages 2 weeks to 18 yrs old.
    Additional Details
  • Government issued photo ID required prior to start.
  • Emergency Contact Form required prior to start.
  • Traveler must complete form for SS Verification. MUST BE HAND SIGNED.
  • Flu vaccine required - NO EXEMPTIONS.
  • COVID Vaccination Required. Exemptions not accepted. Booster preferred.
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  • Childrens
  • 39 beds
  • MEDITECH
ADDRESS6501 S Promontory DrChicago, IL 60649
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About Chicago, IL

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Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
Weather
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
Demographics
  • Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
  • Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
Things to Do
  • Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
  • The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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