Travel RN - Clinical Resource Unit Float Pool

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

• Specialty:
  Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 24 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 2x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  24 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Float Pool RN for a float position across multiple inpatient units requiring EPIC charting experience and at least one year of relevant nursing experience.

• Float pool position within a Clinical Resource Unit, floating across Medical-Oncology, Surgical-Orthopedic, Cardiovascular Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit, Mental Health Unit, and Acute Rehab
• Cares for diverse patient populations including acute and chronically ill cardiac and pulmonary patients
• Common diagnoses include coronary artery disease, angina, myocardial infarction, dysrhythmia, syncope, congestive heart failure, stroke, cancer, cellulitis, post-surgical care, and chest pain
• Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, 24 hours per week, 2 shifts per week
• No on-call requirements
• Every other weekend and every other holiday rotation
• May float to additional facilities including Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Young Minds, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Health Proctor Hospital
• Utilizes EMR for documentation

• Active IL RN license required (temporary license accepted)
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• College diploma in nursing required
• Minimum one year of relevant nursing experience required
• EPIC charting experience required
• Skilled in IV venipuncture, blood administration, and medication administration
• Experience managing post-operative and complex surgical patient care
• Strong critical thinking and patient assessment skills
• Ability to delegate tasks and provide follow-up with care team members

• Delegates and validates care tasks completed by assigned HCTs
• Completes patient assessments, admissions, discharges, hourly rounding, and care plan documentation
• Administers medications following the 5 Rights of medication administration
• Maintains patient safety through fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions, and ambulation safety
• Conducts bedside shift reports and maintains patient communication boards
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care
• Provides patient and family education on care plans and discharge instructions
• Offers peer feedback and participates in professional development
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility as local candidates are not accepted under this rate
• RTO may not exceed 7 total days during the 13-week contract
• Workers may not remain on assignment with this health system for more than 1 year without a 6-month break in service
• Travel agency partners are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-768196. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 24.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Med/Surg Float Pool

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.