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:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit requiring Level 1 trauma experience and prior dedicated neuro unit background.

• Acute care Neuro Med-Surg unit with 54 beds (2 semi-private)
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
• Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and general neuroscience cases, with some medical overflow
• Nurses are required to titrate drips, including heparin based on PTT
• High flow oxygen used rarely for stable COVID patients
• House-wide telemetry monitoring using Phillips monitors; nurses are not required to read their own strips
• Charge nurse and house supervisor coverage 24/7
• Patient care techs on shift with ratios of 1:9-10 days/evenings and 1:10-12 nights
• 12-hour night shifts
• Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and every other holiday required
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required in rotation with staff; general unit travelers float to general unit floor
• EPIC EMR used

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Level 1 trauma experience required
• Prior experience on a dedicated neuro unit required
• Previous travel nursing experience required; no first-time travelers
• Heparin drip titration experience required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred

• Provide direct patient care for neuroscience and medical overflow patients on a busy Med-Surg Neuro unit
• 2-day unit orientation including computer systems and unit-specific training with an educator, plus 1 day with a preceptor
• No scrub color requirement; tattoos must be covered while on duty and only ear piercings are permitted
• Facility is a Drug-Free Campus requiring a negative drug screen across all panels
• COVID vaccination is not required for consideration
• Local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-766918. 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.