Registered Nurse (RN) – Rehabilitation

Location: Peoria, IL 61605
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Industry: Healthcare / Hospital / Rehabilitation Nursing

Compensation

• Pay Rate: $32.94 – $49.36 per hour

• Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 (3rd Shift only, 1-year commitment required)

• Shift Differentials:

  • Nights: +$4.00/hour

  • Weekends: +$3.25/hour

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care plans. This role collaborates with physicians, rehabilitation specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care across the continuum while maintaining compliance with state nursing standards and best clinical practices.

The RN supports patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs and ensures accurate documentation while promoting patient safety and quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care following RN licensure scope and nursing standards

• Perform patient assessments, care planning, and evaluation

• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams

• Administer treatments and monitor patient progress

• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records (EMR) documentation

• Provide patient and family education regarding treatment and recovery

• Delegate tasks appropriately to nursing staff based on skill level

• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs

• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

• Mentor new staff and support clinical training initiatives

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Licensure

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) License – Illinois (IL) preferred at time of submission

Certifications

• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS – Healthcare Provider (required prior to start)

Experience

• Minimum 1 year RN experience preferred

• Experience in rehabilitation nursing environment preferred

• New Graduates may be considered

Compliance Requirement

• Facility is a Drug-Free Campus

• Candidates must pass a full-panel negative drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Experience working in rehabilitation care or post-acute care settings

• Experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications