Travel Neuro Med-Surg Acute RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration:
  26 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: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg unit requiring level 1 trauma experience and prior travel nursing experience.

• Acute care setting on a 54-bed Neuro Med-Surg unit with 2 semi-private rooms
• Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and other neuroscience diagnoses, with some medical overflow
• Day shift ratios of 1:4-5, night shift ratios of 1:5-6
• Charge nurse and house supervisor available 24/7
• Nurse aides/patient care techs on unit with ratios of 1:9-10 days/evenings and 1:10-12 nights
• House-wide telemetry monitoring using Phillips monitors, nurses not required to read strips
• High flow oxygen used rarely for stable COVID patients
• EPIC EMR used
• 12-hour day shift schedule
• Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required
• Every other holiday required
• Floating required in rotation with staff, primarily to general unit floors
• No call or standby requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Level 1 trauma experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required (no first-time travelers)
• Prior experience on a dedicated neuro unit required
• Heparin drip titration experience required, including titration based on PTT
• Negative drug screen required for all panels

• Provide direct patient care for neuroscience and medical overflow patients on a 12-hour day shift schedule
• Titrate drips including heparin based on PTT
• Troubleshoot respiratory equipment such as high flow oxygen as needed
• 2-day unit orientation including computer and unit-specific training with an educator, plus 1 day with a preceptor
• No scrub color requirement, but tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings are permitted while on duty
• Local candidates welcome to apply
• No radius rule; candidates within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a local rate

American Traveler Job  #P-750672. 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
- Neuro

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.