Travel Surgical Acute RN

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

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an RN for a Med/Surg Surgical Acute unit requiring at least 1 year of post-op nursing experience and an active IL RN license.

• 13-week night shift assignment in a Surgical Acute unit within an acute care hospital setting
• 63-bed unit with 49 private and 9 observation beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 4-5 on days and 5-6 on nights, potentially up to 1:6 days and 1:7 nights when needed
• Patient population includes post-op surgical, trauma, and overflow medical cases requiring dressing changes, wound care, IV therapy, pain management, drains, NGs, central lines, and TPN
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts from
• Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday)
• Rotates every other holiday
• No call or standby requirement
• Travelers float first to units with similar experience level; ICU RNs floating to general units take a team of 3 patients
• Dedicated charge RNs on each shift who do not take patient assignments, plus 24/7 house supervisor coverage
• PCTs available at a ratio of 7-10 patients per PCT on days and 10-15 on nights, assisting with vitals, accu checks, ADLs, and mobility
• Telemetry patients monitored via Phillips monitors with a central monitor tech station; bedside RNs do not read strips
• Respiratory therapy manages nebulizers; RNs manage inhalers and can place patients on CPAP
• No ventilator management required for RNs
• RNs are not required to titrate drips, though Heparin may be used as a set-rate drip

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Post-op patient care experience and strong critical thinking skills required
• Good bedside manner and team-oriented approach expected

• Provide nursing care to post-op surgical and overflow medical patients, including wound care, IV therapy, drain management, and central line care
• Unit orientation includes 2 shifts with a preceptor plus one 12-hour shift focused on EPIC and professional orientation with a unit educator
• Scrubs of any color permitted
• Local candidates accepted, with a reduced local rate applying to those within 50 miles of the facility
• Negative drug screen required for all panels as part of OSF's drug-free campus policy

American Traveler Job  #P-749754. 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.