Travel Medical Surgical RN - $2,146 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med Surg RN for a 13-week Level I trauma, Magnet-designated hospital assignment requiring PICC line management and IV therapy skills.

• Medical Surgical unit in an acute care, Level I trauma, Magnet-designated hospital with 562 staffed beds
• Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts )
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities as needed
• Must be willing to accept up to a 1:7 patient ratio when needed
• Must be willing to care for tracheostomy and laryngectomy patients (experience not required but willingness to learn is essential)
• Uses Cerner charting system

• Active IL RN license in hand required at time of application
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg RN experience required
• BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI cards not accepted)
• PICC line management experience required
• Experience starting and maintaining IVs required
• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Skills in IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, colostomy/ileostomy care, feeding tube management, CBI, PCA, surgical drain care, and wound care/wound vac management
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

• Provide comprehensive medical-surgical nursing care including IV therapy, wound care, and management of tracheostomy/laryngectomy patients as needed
• Any solid color scrubs permitted
• Parking permit required at no cost, arranged during orientation
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• Previous permanent or PRN employees of the hospital system must be separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• RTO requests are reviewed and approved by the unit manager based on scheduling needs
• Only one winter holiday off may be requested
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• If requested time off falls on a scheduled weekend, an additional weekend will be scheduled to make up for the time away

American Traveler Job  #P-742585. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.