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Talent4Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Kankakee, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 08/11/2025 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Shift Notes 5a-530p Experience Requirements Minimum 2 years RN experience Float experience preferred IMCU experience required Cath Lab Recovery experience for IMCU General Submission Requirements Must have EPIC EMR experience Must have active IL RN license in hand Must provide Driver's License Preferred: Prior travel experience No first-time travelers for this position Prescreen required: Clinical team will prescreen and recommend Hiring manager has 24 hours to accept/decline No second interviews Department: Float Pool RN Units Covered in Float Pool 5 Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) 5 Med-Peds Telemetry (Tele) Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) Rehab Behavioral Health (Senior, Adolescent, Adult) Staffing & Ratios RN:Patient Ratios: Med-Surg / Tele / Med-Peds: 1:5–6 IMCU: 1:5 CNAs Available: Ratio 1:10 CNAs sit with suicidal/behavioral patients Non-CNA sitters used if short staffed Charge Nurse: Days: Team lead per unit – non-patient care Nights/Weekends/Holidays: Charge takes patients Certifications Required BLS ACLS NIHSS – Preferred Clinical Details Common Diagnoses: Med-Surg: Acute surgical, neuro/ortho (hips, knees), hospice, detox Med-Peds: Respiratory illnesses Tele: CHF, chest pain, post-surgical, radial cath IMCU: Chest tubes, BiPAP/CPAP (continuous), high renal pop (PD), insulin drips Behavioral Health: Varies by age group Drips/Titration: No titration except Heparin (per protocol) IMCU may titrate: Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dobutamine, Lasix, Insulin (non-titrated Glucomander) Equipment Notes: Vents: ICU only BiPAP/CPAP: Med/Tele: Home-use only IMCU/ICU: Continuous use RT manages vent settings RNs may be asked to assist with neb treatments – voluntary Telemetry: Remote monitoring 24/7 Monitor Techs Nurses verify strips Scheduling & Logistics Shifts: Float units: 12-hour shifts (5–5) Mental Health: 7–7 Weekend Requirement: Every other Holiday Requirement: Every other Call/Standby: Not usually required Assignment: Staff calls in 1 hour before shift for unit assignment First schedule: Plugged in where needed Orientation: 1 x 12-hour shift per unit Units designed similarly for easier transition Other Details Scrub Color: Caribbean Blue About Talent4Health A leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US. With countless prestigious clients under our umbrella, backed up by passionate and hard-working recruiters, we are a team you have been looking for! Why Choose us? When it comes to choosing a recruitment agency, it's imperative to consider what all they have to offer. Proficiency : Our seasoned team of professionals has years of experience and we are dedicated to provide the highest quality service to our clients and candidates. Personalized service : We understand that every candidate is unique, and we work closely with each one to develop a customized plan that meets their specific needs. Consistency : We are devoted to offer dependable recruitment solutions for our candidates, and we are always a phone call away for all their questions or concerns. Comprehensive care : Our healthcare recruitment team works for different specialties, so there is a job for everyone. If this is all that excites you, do visit today!