Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Maryville, 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
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med / Surg Tele position requiring an active IL RN license and night shift availability.
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Work in a hospital setting on a 3rd floor Med / Surg Telemetry unitUnit consists of 10 private room beds and 1 observation bedAdult and geriatric patient population with various acute and chronic medical and post-surgical diagnoses, including telemetry monitoring for up to 4 patients with stable dysrhythmiasTypical diagnoses include COVID, telemetry patients, post-surgical, CVA, diabetes, renal disease, COPD, pneumonia, and cellulitisNight shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts from 19 : 00 to 07 : 30Required to cover every 2nd to 3rd weekendFloat required to 2 other Med / Surg units as neededUses Pyxis medication system and SBAR communication frameworkUses safe patient handling equipment and bladder scannersResponsibilities include telemetry monitoring, caring for patients with a range of medical and post-surgical needs, and managing acute and chronic conditionsExpected to assist with wound care, surgical drain and chest tube management, oxygen therapy, and isolation precautionsTeam environment with requirement to float based on clinical skills and staffing needsNavy blue scrubs requiredFirst-time travelers are acceptedLocals accepted at the same rate\n \n Requirements\n
Active IL RN license in hand at time of considerationBLS certification requiredMinimum 2 years of RN experience requiredSkills in Med / Surg, telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, rapid response protocols, and IV insulin protocolsExperience with phlebotomy, peripheral / PICC line management, feeding tube and colostomy care, pre / post hemodialysis management, and blood product administrationPreferred previous charge nurse experience\n Benefits\n
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 Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-625798. 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 Tele
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.