Travel Medical Surgical RN - $2,290 per week

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

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

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a Urology/Nephrology unit requiring an active IL RN license and a minimum of 2 years' medical/surgical experience.

• Work in the Medical Surgical unit of an acute care hospital, specializing in Urology/Nephrology
• 25-bed unit with an average daily census of 23 and a 1:6 patient ratio
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (18:45-07:15)
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required to other Medical Surgical units or nearby affiliate facilities
• May be asked to work Charge as needed
• Cerner charting system used

• Active IL RN license required (in hand or in the application process)
• Current BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI cards not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years' medical/surgical nursing experience required
• Previous Charge nurse experience required
• Cerner charting experience required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including remote telemetry monitoring and Rapid Response Teams
• Experience with pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care
• Experience with IV therapy and phlebotomy, including blood product administration, central line blood draws, peripheral and PICC line management, and starting IVs
• Experience administering Heparin
• Experience with respiratory care including chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oral suctioning, and portable oxygen tanks
• Experience with isolation precautions and wound care/wound vac management

• Level I trauma center and Magnet-designated acute care hospital with 562 staffed beds
• Any solid color scrubs permitted
• Free parking available with a permit obtained during orientation
• First-time travelers welcome, provided they have a solid foundation with more than 2 years' medical/surgical nursing experience
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• RTO ideally limited to no more than 5 days
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Previous permanent or PRN employees must be separated from the facility for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted
• Preferred experience in teaching hospitals and Level I trauma settings
• Preferred experience with kidney transplant and urology/nephrology cases

American Traveler Job  #P-745605. 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.