- Specialty
- PCU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 10/26/2026
Job description
PEL/VIP is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Alton, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Stepdown
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
RN - IMCU - 3S Intermediate Care | Contract | Illinois
Assignment Overview
Join a dynamic acute care setting as a Registered Nurse in the Intermediate Care Unit. This role is ideal for an experienced RN with skills in trach care, Bipap, stroke management, and IV titration. Individuals will be managing a variety of cases, predominantly focused on stroke, cardiac, sepsis, and surgical patients. Candidates should be well-versed in interpreting telemetry strips and operating respiratory therapy equipment.
Assignment Details
- Start Date: Not provided
- Shift Details: 12-hour shifts, 7 AM - 7:30 PM or 7 PM - 7:30 AM
- Assignment Length: Not provided
- Estimated gross weekly pay package: $2565 (negotiable)
- Charting System: EPIC
- Floating Requirements: Expected to float except ER & OB
- Dress Code: Any color professional scrub
Responsibilities
- Provide care for patients with common diagnoses including stroke, cardiac, and sepsis
- Perform trach care, Bipap management, and IV titration
- Monitor and interpret telemetry strips
- Utilize and manage RT equipment including Cpap and high flow devices
- Collaborate with charge nurses and patient care techs
Qualifications
Required:
- Active IL license or confirmation of application process initiation
- BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications (AHA only)
- Experience with trach care, Bipap, stroke treatment, and IV titration
- Negative drug screen required
Job Type
Contract
PEL/VIP Job ID #65858510. 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