Travel Surgical Acute Care RN - $2,344 per week

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 : 11 / 10 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical Acute Med / Surg position working night shifts and requiring an active IL RN license. Responsibilities Work in the Surgical Acute Med / Surg unit within an acute care hospital setting Patient population includes post-op surgical, trauma, overflow medical cases, and patients requiring wound care, IV therapy, pain management, drains, NGs, central lines, and TPN Unit has 63 beds, including 49 private and 9 observation beds Nurse-to-patient ratios are 4-5 per RN during days and 5-6 per RN at night Uses Epic EMR system; two shifts of orientation with a preceptor plus an additional orientation shift for Epic and professional training Night shift schedule : three 12-hour shifts per week (1900-0730) with a requirement to work every other weekend and rotating holidays Travelers are first to float and will float to units with the same level of experience Some patients are on telemetry using Phillips monitors, with monitor techs reading strips at a central station Responsibilities include the care of post-op, trauma, and medical overflow patients, as well as wound care, dressing changes, management of drains and central lines, IV therapy, TPN, and pain management Charge RNs are pre-assigned and do not take patient assignments; house supervisor is on-site 24 / 7 Patient Care Techs assist with vitals, ADLs, and patient mobility; PCT ratios differ between day and night shifts RNs may place patients on CPAP but do not manage vents; RT manages nebulizers Scrub color is flexible; any color is permitted Unit-specific orientation provided, including shifts with a preceptor and EPIC / professional orientation with a unit educator Local candidates are accepted, but a different pay rate applies if within 50 miles RNs are not required to titrate drips, except for set-rate heparin Requirements Active and unencumbered IL RN license required at time of consideration At least 1 year of Med / Surg nursing experience in an acute care setting Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association Experience with post-op care, wound care, IV therapy, and critical thinking skills Familiarity with Epic EMR preferred COVID vaccination is not required for this assignment Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-625609. 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.