Travel Acute Care Med-Surg RN - $2,344 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Med Surg Discipline : RN Start Date : 10 / 20 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg acute care night shift position in Illinois, requiring an active IL RN license and BLS certification. Responsibilities Work in an acute care Med / Surg unit with 29 beds and a typical census of 22-26 patients Patient population includes a broad range of adult medical diagnoses, such as GI bleeds, sepsis, CHF, cellulitis, COVID, comfort measures, osteomyelitis, elderly falls, DVT, and pulmonary embolism Nurse-to-patient ratios are 4-5 : 1 on days and 5-6 : 1 on nights RNs required to titrate heparin drips 12-hour night shifts with shift report at 7p and every other weekend required (weekend for nights is Friday / Saturday) Care supported by 24-hour charge RN, crisis RN, patient care techs (PCTs), and unit clerk; PCT ratio is 1 : 10 Patients who need telemetry are monitored remotely by the telemetry department; Phillips equipment is used No ICU or chemo patients, but floating to other Med / Surg-like units may be required EPIC EMR is used in the unit Holiday shifts are rotated RNs receive two shifts of unit-specific orientation Scrubs of any color are permitted, but no pediatric patterns allowed and staff must provide their own Inpatient respiratory support may include up to 6L nasal cannula and stable BiPAP / CPAP at night Support is available from a 24 / 7 administrative supervisor and crisis RN Expected to attempt IV starts and collaborate with unit resources if necessary COVID-19 vaccine is not required for this position Local candidates within 50 miles are accepted at a local rate Requirements Active IL RN license required at the time of consideration Current BLS certification required Minimum of 2 years of RN experience in an acute care Med / Surg setting Experience titrating heparin drips required Experience with EPIC EMR is preferred Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and every other weekend Must be able to start IVs; use phlebotomy team for blood draws if necessary Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-617823. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.