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 seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg night shift position requiring prior travel and Level 1 trauma unit experience.

• Acute care Neuro Med-Surg unit within a 54-bed department (some semi-private rooms)
• Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, general neuroscience, and some medical overflow cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:4-5 days, 1:5-6 nights
• 12-hour night shifts
• Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday, both shifts) and every other holiday required
• No call or standby requirement
• Floats within the general unit rotation; if floated outside the general unit, only performs skills within competency alongside a trained nurse
• Uses EPIC EMR
• House-wide telemetry with Phillips monitors; nurses are not required to read their own strips
• RNs required to titrate drips, including heparin gtt based on PTT
• High flow oxygen used occasionally for stable COVID patients
• Charge nurse and house supervisor coverage 24/7; charge nurse only takes an assignment if unit is short-staffed
• Patient care techs/aides present with ratios of 1:9-10 days/evenings and 1:10-12 nights

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Prior dedicated neuro unit experience required
• Level 1 trauma center experience required
• Heparin drip titration experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Negative drug screen required for all panels (OSF is a Drug-Free Campus)

• Provide direct patient care on a dedicated Neuro Med-Surg unit, including drip titration and neuro-focused interventions
• Unit-specific orientation includes 2 days with an educator (computer systems, unit specifics) followed by 1 day with a preceptor caring for patients
• No specific scrub color required, but tattoos must be covered while on duty and only ear piercings are permitted
• COVID vaccination is not required for consideration
• Local rate applies to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility; no radius restriction on eligibility

American Traveler Job  #P-762618. 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.