Travel Acute Care Med Surg 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 a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift contract requiring an active IL RN license and at least one year of experience.

• Acute Care Med/Surg unit with 29 beds and a typical census of 22-26 patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 4-5:1 on days and 5-6:1 on nights
• Patient population includes GI bleeds, sepsis, cellulitis, CHF, COVID, comfort measures, osteomyelitis, DVT, pulmonary embolism, and elderly fall patients
• RNs titrate Heparin drips only
• No ventilators on the unit; patients may require oxygen up to 6L NC or stable BiPAP/CPAP
• Telemetry monitored remotely house-wide, primarily using Phillips equipment
• 24-hour Charge RN, Crisis RN, and administrative supervisor coverage available
• 24-hour PCT coverage with a 1:10 ratio
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a) with shift report at 7a and 7p
• Every other weekend required (Fri/Sat for nights)
• Holidays rotated
• No call or standby requirements
• Travel RNs float first to other med/surg-like units, excluding ICU and chemo patients

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• BSN not required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Must be able to attempt IV starts using unit resources as needed
• Negative drug screen required for all panels

• Provide direct patient care to a wide range of medical diagnoses on an acute med/surg unit
• Inpatient phlebotomy team handles blood draws
• Unit clerk (PCL) provides 24-hour administrative support
• 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided
• Any color scrubs accepted; no pediatric scrubs; clinicians provide their own
• First-time travelers may be considered
• No radius rule, though clinicians within 50 miles are eligible for local rates instead of travel rates
• Requested time off must be submitted in advance for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-766919. 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

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.