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 / 27 / 2025 Duration : 18 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Neuro Med-Surg Acute position requiring an active IL RN license, prior neuro and trauma experience, and previous travel assignments. Responsibilities Work in the Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit of an acute care hospital Unit has 54 beds with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1 : 5-6 on nights Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and some medical overflow Night shifts are 12 hours, 3 shifts per week (1900-0700), with every other weekend and holiday rotation Required to float in rotation with staff; if floated outside general unit, will work only within competency alongside a trained nurse Epic is the charting system used House-wide telemetry monitoring; RNs do not read strips Heparin drip titration is required, and experience with this is necessary Charge nurse and house supervisor are present 24 / 7; charge nurses do not typically take patient assignments Nurse aides / patient care techs assist on the unit, with night ratios of 1 : 10-12 Orientation includes two days with an educator and preceptor, including computer and unit-specific training No call or standby required No scrub color requirement, but tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings allowed Every other weekend and holiday coverage is required Local candidates within 50 miles are accepted at a local rate Requirements Active IL RN license or proof of application initiated Minimum of 1 year of recent RN experience BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required Previous dedicated neuro unit experience required Level 1 trauma experience required Heparin gtt experience required Previous travel RN experience required; first time travelers are not accepted Must pass a drug screening for all panels 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-617249. 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 - Neuro 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.
Rn Medsurg • Peoria, IL, US