American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 01 / 05 / 2026
- Duration : 18 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg, Acute Care night shift position requiring an active IL RN license and BLS certification.
Responsibilities
Work in the Acute Care G200 unit of a hospital, focusing on medical-surgical patient care29-bed unit with typical census of 22-26 patientsPatient ratio is 4-5 : 1 during the day and 5-6 : 1 at nightCommon diagnoses include GI bleeds, sepsis, CHF, cellulitis, DVT, pulmonary embolism, COVID, and elderly fall patientsAssigned to 12-hour night shifts from 7 : 00 PM to 7 : 00 AMRequired to work every other weekend and rotate holidaysTravel RNs are first to float to similar med / surg units; no floating to ICUs or chemo patientsNo on-call or standby responsibilitiesUses Epic EMR; unit equipment includes Phillips telemetry monitored remotelyNo ventilated patients; oxygen up to 6L NC, BiPAP / CPAP as neededDuties include patient assessment, medication administration, Heparin titration, IV starts, coordination of care, and collaboration with team membersRNs expected to attempt IV starts with phlebotomy team available for blood drawsCharge RN, crisis RN, and administrative supervisor available 24 / 7 as support resources24-hour coverage by patient care technicians; PCT ratio is 1 : 10Two-shift orientation is provided before assuming full patient care responsibilitiesAny color scrubs are acceptable, provided by the nurse; no pediatric scrubs allowedLocal candidates within 50 miles are accepted but subject to a different pay rateRequirements
Active IL RN license required at time of considerationCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification requiredMinimum of 2 years recent med / surg RN experience requiredEPIC charting experience preferredMust be willing and able to titrate Heparin dripsCOVID vaccination is not requiredBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-643222. 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
About American Traveler
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.