Travel Med Surg RN

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:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg RN with Urology/Nephrology background for a Level I trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital requiring an active IL RN license.

• Medical Surgical unit specializing in Urology/Nephrology with an average daily census of 23 on a 25-bed unit
• Day shift schedule, 4x12 hours )
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to other Medical Surgical units within the hospital or affiliate facilities
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Cerner EMR experience required

• Active IL RN license required at time of application
• BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI cards not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of medical/surgical nursing experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience required
• Prior charting experience with Cerner required
• Experience with MS/Tele and Med/Surg work settings required
• Experience in Pre/Post Hemodialysis Management and renal failure care required
• IV therapy and phlebotomy skills required, including blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs
• Experience administering Heparin required
• Respiratory care skills required, including chest tube management, CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oral suctioning, and portable oxygen tank use
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and wound care/wound vac required
• Telemetry remote monitoring and Rapid Response Team experience required
• Teaching hospital and Level I trauma experience preferred
• Kidney transplant and urology/nephrology experience preferred

• Provide direct patient care within a Level I trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital with 562 staffed beds
• Any solid color scrubs permitted
• First-time travelers considered if they have a solid foundation and more than 2 years of medical/surgical nursing experience
• Floating is required for all travelers within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• RTO ideally limited to 5 days or fewer
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Previous permanent or PRN employees of the hospital system must be separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-775418. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.