Travel RN Case Management

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

• Specialty:
  Case Management
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/12/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a RN Case Manager for an acute Continuing Care Hospital, requiring an active IL RN license and 2 years of case management/discharge planning experience.

• Acute care setting within a Case Management/Utilization Review department at a Continuing Care Hospital
• Covers Inpatient Physical Rehab and Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) populations
• Patient population includes complex LTAC cases (vents, airways, IV antibiotics, respiratory, wounds, chronic/acute illness) and Rehab cases (neuro, amputation, cardiac, trauma, medical/surgical complex)
• Caseload of approximately 13-25 patients per day
• Uses EPIC EMR
• MCG criteria used for utilization review, training provided if needed
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, day shift, 8-hour shifts
• No holiday coverage required
• Occasional flexible call availability for questions
• Team conferences held Monday through Friday for Rehab, with interdisciplinary rounding on LTAC (ICU Mondays, Med Surg Wednesdays)

• Active IL RN license required (Social Worker or Clinical Social Worker license also accepted)
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Healthcare setting experience preferred, including discharge planning and care coordination in an acute hospital setting
• Background in LTAC or Rehab preferred but not required
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office proficiency
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to interact with diverse populations
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Basic understanding of acute and post-acute levels of care and resources

• Responsible for developing and managing individualized care plans for assigned patients from admission through discharge
• Collaborates with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support patient progression through the continuum of care
• Manages length of stay and resource utilization in an efficient, cost-effective manner
• Duties include interdisciplinary rounding, utilization review, insurance authorization, concurrent reviews, discharge planning, DME coordination, and post-discharge referrals
• Coordinates home health vs. outpatient referrals, transportation, and other discharge resources
• Assists with setting up ventilator facilities and coordinating pharmacy needs (including anticoagulants, IV antibiotics, and dialysis referrals) for discharge planning
• Facilitates family meetings and discussions regarding advanced directives and surrogacy
• Orientation includes facility and departmental training along with regulatory requirement review, with additional training provided for candidates without LTAC or Rehab experience
• Dress code is scrubs or business casual, no colors
• Local rate applies for clinicians residing within 50 miles of the facility
• No radius restriction for eligibility
• Negative drug screen required for all panels

American Traveler Job  #P-764933. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Case Management/Utilization Review
- Case Management

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.