Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - in Carbondale, IL

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical Location: Carbondale, IL Agency: Thrive Staffing Pay: $1,790 to $1,984 per week Shift Information: Nights - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/16/2026

Travel Nurse Source  is working with Thrive Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Carbondale, Illinois, 62901!

Job Title

RN - Med Surg

City/State: Carbondale, Illinois

Shift: Nights, 19:00:00-07:00:00

Contract Length: 12.00-3,91

Start Date: 02/16/2026

Job Description:

I need qualified Med/Surg night-shift agency candidates who have recent travel experience, Med/Surg experience, and are familiar with Epic. Our current onboarding process includes one 8-hour day to complete modules, policies, and required tasks, followed by up to two 12-hour orientation shifts on the floor. Candidates must be able to hit the ground running.

Responsibilities:

• Provide care for a wide variety of patients, with a focus on stroke patients and post-operative care.
• Manage a nursing ratio of 5-6:1 during night shifts.

Requirements:

• Recent travel experience in a Med/Surg role.
• Knowledge and experience with Epic systems.
• Ability to complete three 12-hour shifts, every other weekend, and every other holiday.
• Stroke certification preferred.

About Thrive Staffing

Thrive Staffing is a dedicated healthcare staffing company specializing in forging purposeful relationships with healthcare organizations and exceptional healthcare providers.

Our services extend across the healthcare sector in all 50 states, from inpatient hospital systems to home health, hospice, outpatient clinics, rehab facilities, and senior living environments. Our expertise offers a wide variety of support to the healthcare organizations we serve and provides opportunities of employment for our dedicated team of healthcare providers.

Our Areas of Healthcare Staffing Expertise:
- Travel Nursing
- Direct/Permanent Placement
- Allied Health Professionals
- PRN/Per Diem Staffing
- Home Health and Case Management
- Interim Leadership
- Preceptors

Our leaders embody our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Their unique blend of industry knowledge and commitment to individual growth shapes our approach and drives our success.

Ben Rascona, co-founder and CEO:
With a heartfelt commitment to making a difference in the industry, Ben brings a wealth of experience and a genuine dedication to providing exceptional staffing solutions. Through a visionary approach and a strong focus on quality, Ben ensures that Thrive Staffing exceeds industry standards, connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities while positively impacting patient care.

David Gibson, co-founder and CFO:
David is a seasoned senior medical group executive with expertise at the intersection of strategy, patient services, growth, complex operations, revenue enhancement, compliance, and cost management. He brings strong financial and people skills to the table, honed over decades of experience in the healthcare industry.

Enhance your team and improve your patient outcomes with Thrive Staffing. Get started with a FREE client consultation:

Required for Onboarding

• Core Mandatory Part I
• Core Mandatory Part III

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