Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Decatur, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical position with night shifts and cardiac monitoring and emergency response requirements.

• Work in the Medical Surgical unit of an acute care hospital
• Level II Trauma center with 372 staffed beds
• Average daily census is 35 patients
• Night shifts available with options of 3x12 or 4x12 hours (18:00-06:30)
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call responsibility
• Floating within scope may be required based on department needs
• Patient care includes telemetry monitoring, cardiac, gastrointestinal, renal, IV therapy, medication, and respiratory cases
• Uses Cerner EMR system
• Provide nursing care for a diverse medical-surgical patient population including cardiac, GI, renal, and respiratory cases
• Utilize isolation precautions and wound care techniques, including Wound Vac
• Blue, black, or gray scrubs are required
• Free parking is available after permit completion during orientation
• Schedule requests should be discussed directly with the manager
• Ideally, time off should not exceed 5 days during the assignment
• Local candidates are accepted without a distance radius limitation

• Active IL RN license or in the application process with an expected timeline
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg RN experience required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, telemetry, and emergency response, including use of Rapid Response Teams
• Skills required include colostomy care, feeding tube management, pre/post hemodialysis, renal failure management, central line and PICC line care, IV starts, blood product administration, and PCA
• Experience with respiratory care including CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, non-invasive airway management, oral suctioning, oxygen therapy, and tracheostomy management
• Must have Cerner charting experience
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

• 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  #P-671591. 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

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.