Travel Neuro Medical-Surgical RN - $2,380 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 : 12 / 15 / 2025 Duration : 18 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, days Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg Acute position requiring recent neuro unit and Level 1 trauma experience in Illinois. Responsibilities Position is in the Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit of an acute care hospital Unit has 54 beds, including 2 semi-private rooms Day shift : 12-hour shifts (0700-1900); schedule is three 12-hour shifts per week Weekend and holiday rotation required (every other weekend and every other holiday) Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1 : 4-5 on days and 1 : 5-6 on nights Typical patient diagnoses include stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and neuroscience cases, as well as some medical overflow Must titrate heparin drips based on PTT; heparin gtt experience required Uses Epic EMR; Epic experience required Phillips telemetry monitors are used; nurses do not need to read their own strips Floating required in rotation with staff; general unit travelers take a full team and float outside area only within competency and with unit support No on-call or standby requirement Charge nurse and house supervisor available 24 / 7; charge nurse does not typically have a patient assignment Nurse aides / patient care techs support the unit with ratios of 1 : 9-12 depending on shift Orientation consists of 2 days with educator and preceptor, including hands-on and computer training No specific scrub color required; tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings allowed COVID-19 vaccination is not required for this role Local candidates within 50 miles are accepted at a different rate Unit cares for occasional stable COVID-19 patients on high flow as needed Negative drug screen required for all candidates Requirements Active IL RN license required at the time of consideration Minimum 1 year of RN experience required BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required Prior experience working on a dedicated neuro unit required Level 1 trauma experience required Previous travel nurse experience required; no first-time travelers Heparin titration experience required 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-627287. 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.