Travel Med Surg RN

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:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring Epic charting and Level 1 Trauma experience.

• Med/Surg unit setting
• Night shift schedule from 6:00pm to 6:30am, 3 shifts per week (36 hours/week)
• Weekend shifts required as needed
• Holiday shifts required as needed
• Cares for Neonatal, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric patient populations
• Performs peripheral and central line IV access, IM and SQ injections
• Assists with chest tube insertion/management, thoracentesis, paracentesis, central line insertion, and thrombolytic therapy
• Utilizes sequential compression devices, blood glucose monitors, PCA machines, and Kangaroo pumps for TPN administration
• Uses Epic EMR for charting

• Active Illinois RN license in good standing (temporary license accepted)
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Minimum one year of relevant nursing experience
• ASN required
• Epic charting experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Skilled in patient ambulation safety, fall precautions, isolation precautions, and pressure ulcer prevention
• Strong critical thinking and emergency response skills

• Performs initial patient assessments, develops and modifies individualized care plans, and documents care in accordance with unit standards
• Delegates and validates completion of patient care tasks with Health Care Technicians (HCTs)
• Conducts bedside shift reporting and hourly patient rounding to promote safety and satisfaction
• Administers medications following the 5 Rights of medication administration
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to coordinate patient care
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates not accepted
• RTO may not exceed 7 total days during the 13-week contract
• Prior Carle Health contingent workers must complete a 6-month break in service if they worked a full year before returning
• 30-day advance notice required to cancel an assignment once started
• Background check and drug screening may take at least two weeks to process

American Traveler Job  #P-740745. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.