Travel Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• 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 hiring a Cardiac Telemetry RN for a night shift acute care position requiring 2 years of experience and an active IL RN license.

• Acute care Cardio Thoracic telemetry unit with 70 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5-6 on nights
• Common diagnoses include MI, CHF, A fib, COPD, pacemaker/AICD placement, chest tubes, esophagectomy, and general medical overflow
• RNs required to titrate drips, mainly Cardizem and heparin
• 24/7 charge nurse and house supervisor coverage on the unit
• PCT support at ratios of 1:10-12 on nights
• Philips telemetry monitors used, with monitor techs available, though RNs must read and interpret their own strips
• 12-hour night shifts,
• Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday)
• Floating required to other general medical units
• No call or standby requirements
• EPIC EMR used

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• BLS (AHA) certification required; ACLS recommended
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• EKG interpretation and medication titration skills required
• Must pass a negative drug screen for all panels as part of a Drug-Free Campus policy

• Provide bedside nursing care for cardiac and thoracic patients, including drip titration and EKG monitoring
• Troubleshoot CPAP/BiPAP equipment as part of a patient's home regimen
• Holiday rotation required, including Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
• Unit-specific orientation is typically one shift or partial shift, depending on prior OSF facility experience
• Scrubs may be any color but must avoid children's or cartoon-style prints as this is an adult unit
• Local candidates accepted with reduced local bill rate for those within 50 miles of the facility
• No radius rule restricting eligibility for the position

American Traveler Job  #P-763215. 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 - Cardiac Telemetry

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.