Travel Med Surg Telemetry Float RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• 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:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 6

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg-Tele RN for a fast-paced inpatient surgical unit requiring IL licensure and EPIC EMR experience.

• Inpatient Surgical Med Surg/Telemetry unit on the 3rd floor with 48 beds across two buildings
• Acute care setting, Trauma Level 2 facility
• Patient population includes neuro (laminectomy, cervical fusion), general/abdominal surgery, ostomies, hernia repair, total joint replacements, PICC/TPN/lipids, fem-pop bypass, dialysis catheter insertions, amputations, and urgent OR cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-6 at night, with LPN support and virtual admission/discharge nurses assisting
• Primary care nursing model frequently used
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts starting at 7am, scheduled 6 weeks in advance
• Required every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday, both shifts)
• Holiday coverage required as part of core staff rotation
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating limited to like units only; if floated to higher acuity units, RN would assist without taking a patient assignment
• EPIC EMR used, with a conversion occurring in Q2 2026
• Tele monitor tech available to monitor strips, though RNs must interpret their own strips
• Draeger brand telemetry monitors used
• RT manages CPAP, Airvo, and occasional BiPAP equipment
• CNA support available, more heavily utilized on night shift
• High patient volume with 8-12 surgical admits per day alongside ongoing discharges

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of surgical nursing experience required
• Total joint replacement experience required
• Understanding of PCA pumps and reversal drugs (e.g., Narcan) required
• Experience managing sepsis required
• Experience with TPN/lipids required
• Experience with narcotic administration required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• RNs required to titrate Heparin drips per protocol

• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced surgical unit with heavy patient acuity
• Interpret telemetry strips independently despite tech monitoring support
• Charge nurse role typically held by Blessing staff on days and house supervisor on nights, taking a reduced assignment to assist the team
• Black scrubs required
• Unit-specific orientation includes one 12-hour shift on the hire shift and unit, with an extended first day (12-14 hours) for orientation and computer-based modules
• 4 hours of billable computer modules required prior to start, delivered the week before start date
• Accepts local candidates

American Traveler Job  #P-757562. 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 Tele

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.