Travel Acute Rehab RN

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

• Specialty:
  Rehabilitation
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Inpatient Acute Rehab Unit position requiring strong neuro skills and an active IL RN license.

• Acute Rehab Unit within a post-acute, inpatient hospital setting
• 29-bed unit with patient ratios of 5:1 on days and 6:1 on nights
• Patient population includes neuro, neurosurgery, amputation, multi-trauma, cardiac, and complex medical cases (trachs, no vents)
• Nursing Aides staffed at a 1:9/10 ratio
• House Supervisors oversee the unit; no charge nurses
• PT/OT/ST support available on the unit
• RNs not required to titrate drips, though heparin is a common titratable drip used
• Tele packs used on the unit, but RNs are not required to read strips
• CPAP/BiPAP used at night for sleep apnea; nasal cannula and high-flow nasal cannula (non-heated) supported
• 12-hour day shifts from 7:00am to 7:30pm
• Every other weekend required
• Every other holiday required as part of rotation
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required to LTAC and Med-Surg units (float to HAU only if trained)
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Strong neuro nursing skills required
• Required to attend team conferences for acute inpatient rehab
• Negative drug screen required for all panels

• Unit-specific orientation includes 2 days of classroom training followed by 2-3 days/nights with a preceptor
• Orientation includes training on QRP and rehab-specific documentation
• Any scrub color accepted; t-shirts not permitted unless approved
• Local rate applies to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
• No radius restriction for eligibility
• COVID vaccination not required
• Requested time off must be submitted at time of consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-777157. 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
- Rehab
- In Patient

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.