Job Description
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
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Job Description\n
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.
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Work in the Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit of an acute care hospitalUnit has 54 beds with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1 : 5-6 on nightsPatient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and some medical overflowNight shifts are 12 hours, 3 shifts per week (1900-0700), with every other weekend and holiday rotationRequired to float in rotation with staff; if floated outside general unit, will work only within competency alongside a trained nurseEpic is the charting system usedHouse-wide telemetry monitoring; RNs do not read stripsHeparin drip titration is required, and experience with this is necessaryCharge nurse and house supervisor are present 24 / 7; charge nurses do not typically take patient assignmentsNurse aides / patient care techs assist on the unit, with night ratios of 1 : 10-12Orientation includes two days with an educator and preceptor, including computer and unit-specific trainingNo call or standby requiredNo scrub color requirement, but tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings allowedEvery other weekend and holiday coverage is requiredLocal candidates within 50 miles are accepted at a local rate\n \n Requirements\n
Active IL RN license or proof of application initiatedMinimum of 1 year of recent RN experienceBLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications requiredPrevious dedicated neuro unit experience requiredLevel 1 trauma experience requiredHeparin gtt experience requiredPrevious travel RN experience required; first time travelers are not acceptedMust pass a drug screening for all panels\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
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.