Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN) - Contract

$52 / hour

Make up to $52 per hour as a Registered Nurse (RN) in New Lenox, IL and surrounding areas while being able to control your schedule. With IntelyCare, you'll find the flexible schedule you're looking for and the stability you need. We hire our nursing professionals as W2 employees, so you'll get access to the benefits and support you deserve.

At IntelyCare, our goal is to create a sustainable alternative to rigid scheduling models that are causing overwork and overwhelm among too many nurses. We think you should be able to create a career that works for you, not the other way around. That's why we connect with healthcare facilities in your local area to generate a range of shifts for you to choose from as you finally achieve a real work-life balance.

Imagine how your life might change with a truly flexible work schedule. You could configure your shifts so you can chaperone your child's field trip to Pilcher Park Nature Center, plan for summer hikes with family at Hickory Creek Preserve, or take a weekend off for some sightseeing in Chicago with friends. No matter your decision, we think the choice should be up to you. Explore a few more reasons to join our growing team today.

Benefits

Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN) hourly pay range: $52
Pay periods that you get to customize — with daily pay options
Opportunities for overtime and hazard, travel, and holiday pay
Wide range of acute care contracts to choose from at facilities in your area
Find contracts in any state where you're licensed with ease
Medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and qualifying family members
Eligibility to participate in a 401k retirement plan with employer matching
Unbeatable tuition discounts at Excelsior University (up to 34%) for both undergraduate and graduate programs
Malpractice insurance and workers' compensation (employer-paid)
Employer withholding of taxes
Manage your schedule, benefits, and free online continuing education resources with our mobile-friendly app

At IntelyCare we strive to improve the lives of our nursing professionals every day and truly value their feedback. Would you like to know what they think about working for our team? Here's what some of our IntelyPros had to say about their experience at IntelyCare:

"IntelyCare is the best company to work for as a nursing professional. There are always shifts available in the app, it’s extremely flexible and the rates are great."

"I love working with IntelyCare because it is very flexible. I am able to pick up shifts when/where I want...If I ever need a break I can do that without having to worry about calling off or having a set schedule. I love IntelyCare! It works for me."

"Thanks to this job, I can plan things with my family and homeschool my children with no stress. It has also allowed me to afford my expenses and provide for my family."

"IntelyCare lets you choose the shifts that work for you. The company does not pressure you into accepting more shifts when you are not available, which is very convenient for those with kids/family. I feel very understood whenever I speak to someone here."

Job Responsibilities

Working in contract role in a local acute facility for a designated time period (usually 10-15 weeks)
Providing quality patient care within your scope of practice for patients requiring a wide range of clinical needs
Assisting patients with pre-op and post-op procedures in coordination with the broader care team
Starting IV lines, inserting and maintaining catheters, dressing and managing wounds, and assisting with respiratory management
Taking and monitoring patient vital signs and conducting head-to-toe assessments
Ensuring medication administration and titration as prescribed
Identifying infection risks and implementing infection control best practices
Documenting patient conditions and nursing interventions and providing regular and accurate reporting to the wider clinical team
Conducting patient education regarding medical procedures, discharge planning, and continuity of care
Overseeing, and coordinating with, nursing assistants and other support staff
Adhering to facility policies and procedures and all relevant nursing standards of care
Being accountable to follow and adhere to patient care plans

Qualifications and Skills

Current Illinois state Registered Nurse (RN) license
Minimum of 8 months experience working as a Med Surg RN
Graduation from a nursing program at an approved institution (BSN preferred)
Successful completion of BLS and ACLS courses from an approved organization
Immunizations as determined by facility requirements
Completion of a standard background check
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs

Set Your Own Work-Life Balance — Every Day

With IntelyCare you would have a supportive team that finally prioritizes — and supports — your unique needs. Connect with us today and see how you can get the flexible RN job that you deserve with the nursing team that's ranked #1 in quality.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Location: New Lenox, IL 60451

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