Travel Med Surg RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peru, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift assignment at an acute care hospital, requiring an active IL RN license and 2+ years of experience.

• Acute care Med/Surg unit with 2 South (18 beds) and 3 South (22 beds)
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5 days and 1:5-6 nights
• Patient population includes pneumonia, heart failure, sepsis, COPD, urologic, surgical, total joints, general surgery, and occasional pediatric respiratory illness cases
• PCTs on unit at ratios of 1:8-10 days, 1:9-10 evenings, and 1:10-12 nights with required 3x daily touchpoints for nursing oversight
• RNs monitor Phillips tele strips with virtual central telemetry monitoring support
• RNs manage stable home-regimen Bi-pap and high-flow patients, troubleshooting only
• Charge Nurse and Admin Supervisor present each shift, with Charge taking 1-2 patients
• 12-hour night shifts, rotating  and
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday rotation required per facility schedule
• May float to ICU for general acute overflow or to Ottawa Campus (25 miles away) with at least 2 hours notice
• Low census called off in 4-hour increments, reevaluated every 4 hours
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required; PALS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Negative drug screen required for all panels

• Collaborate closely with PCTs on nursing care including foley care, CHG bathing, and oral care
• RNs not required to titrate drips
• Unit-specific orientation typically consists of 3 shifts
• Dress code requires solid color scrubs, no prints
• COVID vaccination not required
• Local candidates welcome, with local rate applying to those within 50 miles of the facility

American Traveler Job  #P-775130. 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.