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:
  
  10/12/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Neuro RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring dedicated neuro unit and Level 1 trauma experience.

• Acute care Neuro Med-Surg unit with 54 beds (2 semi-private)
• Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and other neuroscience diagnoses, with some medical overflow
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
• RNs required to titrate drips, including heparin gtt based on PTT
• Nurse aides/patient care techs support the unit at ratios of 1:9-10 days/evenings and 1:10-12 nights
• Charge nurse and house supervisor available 24/7, with charge nurse not typically taking an assignment
• House-wide telemetry monitoring using Philips monitors; RNs do not need to read their own strips
• High flow oxygen used occasionally for stable COVID patients
• EPIC EMR used
• 12-hour night shifts
• Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday, both shifts) and every other holiday required
• No call or standby requirement
• Floats within unit rotation; general unit travelers float to general unit floor and take a full team assignment

• Active IL RN license required
• Current BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Level 1 trauma experience required
• Prior experience working on a dedicated neuro unit required
• Heparin drip titration experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered

• Provide acute med-surg nursing care to neuroscience patients, including stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, and head injury cases
• 2-day unit orientation including computer training and unit-specific education with an educator, followed by 1 day with a preceptor
• No specific scrub color requirement; tattoos must be covered while on duty and only ear piercings are permitted
• Local candidates accepted; reduced local rate applies for clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
• COVID vaccination not required for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-762621. 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.