Travel Acute Rehab RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care Rehabilitation for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Rehabilitation
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for an Inpatient Acute Rehab Unit position requiring an active IL license and strong neuro nursing skills.

• Acute Rehab Unit within a post-acute care hospital setting
• 29-bed unit with patient ratios of 5:1 on days and 6:1 on nights
• Patient population includes neuro, neurosurgery, amputation, multi-trauma, cardiac, and complex medical cases (trachs, no vents)
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour day shifts (7a-7:30p)
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday rotation required (every other holiday)
• Floating required to LTAC and Med-Surg units; float to HAU only if trained
• No on-call or standby requirements
• RNs are not required to titrate drips, with heparin as the only common titratable drip
• Unit utilizes tele packs but RNs are not required to read strips
• Nurse aides support the unit at a 1:9/10 ratio
• PT, OT, and ST services available on the unit
• CPAP/BiPAP used only at night for sleep apnea; nasal cannula and high-flow cannula available (no heated high-flow)

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required
• Strong neuro nursing skills required
• Required to attend team conferences for acute inpatient rehab
• Negative drug screen required for all panels

• Provide direct nursing care to patients on an acute inpatient rehab unit
• 2 days of classroom orientation followed by 2-3 days/nights with a preceptor, including training on QRP and rehab-specific documentation
• Unit is supported by house supervisors rather than charge nurses
• Scrubs of any color permitted; t-shirts not allowed unless approved
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a reduced local rate
• Requested time off must be submitted at time of consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-765157. 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
- Rehab
- In Patient

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.