Travel Med Surg RN

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:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week assignment at a Level I trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital, requiring 2+ years of experience and an active IL RN license in hand.

• Medical Surgical unit in a 562-bed acute care hospital
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours )
• Works every other weekend, with additional weekends scheduled to make up for approved time off that falls on a weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities as needed
• May be assigned up to a 1:7 patient ratio when necessary
• Cerner EMR used for charting, experience preferred

• Active IL RN license required in hand at time of application
• BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI cards not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg RN experience required
• Experience with PICC line management and starting/maintaining IVs required
• Must be willing to care for tracheostomy and laryngectomy patients; prior experience not required but willingness to learn is necessary
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

• Level I trauma center and Magnet-designated facility
• Scrub color: any solid color accepted
• Parking permit provided at no cost; form completed during orientation
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Previous perm or PRN employees of the hospital system must be separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• RTO requests are reviewed and approved by the unit manager based on scheduling needs
• Only one winter holiday may be requested off, and candidates must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Travel pairs are not accepted at this facility

American Traveler Job  #P-772699. 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.