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:
  
  ASAP
• 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:
  
  Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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

• Work in the Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit of a hospital environment
• 54-bed unit with 2 semi-private rooms
• Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, general neuroscience cases, and some medical overflow
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
• Nurse aide/patient care tech support present with ratios of 1:9-10 on days/evenings and 1:10-12 on nights
• Charge nurse and house supervisor coverage 24/7, with charge nurse only taking assignments when short-staffed
• House-wide telemetry monitoring using Philips monitors, so RNs are not required to read their own strips
• High flow oxygen used occasionally for stable COVID patients
• RNs required to titrate drips, including heparin gtt based on PTT
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts
• Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday, both shifts)
• Every other holiday required
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required in rotation with staff to general unit floors, with limited float assignments outside the general unit based on competency

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

• Provide direct patient care to neuroscience and medical overflow patients on an acute med-surg unit
• Troubleshoot respiratory therapy equipment as needed, though RTs manage vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow devices
• 2-day unit-specific orientation including computer training with an educator, followed by a precepted patient care day
• No scrub color requirement, but tattoos must be covered while on duty and only ear piercings are permitted
• Local candidates accepted, though a reduced local rate applies to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
• No radius rule restricting eligibility for the position

American Traveler Job  #P-741684. 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.