Travel Med Surg RN - $2,326 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration: 9 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 9 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift position requiring an active IL RN license and at least one year of relevant nursing experience.

• Work in the Med/Surg unit of a hospital setting
• Cares for patients across the lifespan including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
• Uses equipment such as PCA machines, kangaroo pumps, and sequential compression devices
• Performs procedures including central line insertion, chest tube insertion and management, thoracentesis, and paracentesis
• Uses Epic for charting
• Night shift schedule from 6:00pm to 6:30am
• 36 hours per week across three 12-hour shifts
• Weekend and holiday shifts required as needed

• Active Illinois RN license in good standing (temporary license accepted)
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum one year of relevant nursing experience
• ASN required
• Epic charting experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Skilled in IV access (peripheral, central line, PICC, and/or Infusaport), IM and SQ injections
• Experience with TPN administration, thrombolytic therapy, and blood glucose monitoring
• Strong critical thinking and emergency response skills

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans based on patient and family needs
• Deliver bedside shift report and maintain updated patient communication boards for continuity of care
• Delegate and validate completion of patient care tasks assigned to health care technicians
• Administer medications following the 5 Rights of medication administration
• Maintain patient safety through fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, and isolation precautions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care and promote positive outcomes
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for consideration
• RTO not to exceed 7 total days per 13-week contract

American Traveler Job  #P-740745. 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.