Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,142 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Carbondale, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Med Surg
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Travel Med / Surg Registered Nurse Jobs – Night Shift in Carbondale, Illinois

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel RN opportunity in Carbondale, IL! Join our leading medical-surgical team as a Travel Med / Surg Registered Nurse and provide exceptional patient care in a top-rated Illinois healthcare facility. Carbondale offers a vibrant college-town atmosphere, a welcoming community, and access to beautiful parks—making it an ideal location for travel nurses seeking both professional growth and adventure.

Travel RN Job Details

Position : Travel Med / Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Adult Unit

Location : Carbondale, IL 62901 (Southern Illinois healthcare jobs)

Healthcare Setting : Primarily surgical department with medical overlap

Unit : 35 private patient rooms, two nurses stations

Shift : 12-hour night shifts

Weekly Hours : 36 hours per week

Assignment Duration : 13 weeks (Start : 9 / 2 / 2025 – End : 12 / 2 / 2025)

Staffing Ratio : 1 : 5-6 nurse to patient ratio; patient care techs on each shift

Weekend / Holiday : Every other weekend; flexible holiday scheduling

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1,780 - $1,910

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois (required)

Minimum 1 year of recent medical-surgical (med / surg) nursing experience

Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and every other weekend

Strong communication, clinical, and teamwork skills

Experience with surgical and medical patient populations preferred

BLS certification (preferred for travel nursing jobs)

Med / Surg RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care to adult patients in a med / surg hospital setting

Monitor, assess, and document patient status, progress, and vital signs

Collaborate with physicians, supervisors, and patient care technicians

Support patients through surgical recovery and medical treatments

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment for optimal patient outcomes

Participate in shift handoffs and communicate effectively with the healthcare team

Take your nursing career to the next level with this exciting travel nurse job in Southern Illinois. Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team and experience the best of Carbondale while making a difference in patient care!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #402399. 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 : Med / Surg

About GHR Healthcare

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

learn more.