Travel Neuro Medical-Surgical RN - $2,380 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 : 18 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit in Illinois, requiring a current IL RN license and prior neuro and travel nursing experience. Responsibilities Work in a Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit within an acute care hospital setting Care for patients with stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and related neuroscience conditions, with some medical overflow 54-bed unit with semi-private rooms and nurse-to-patient ratios of 1 : 4-5 on days and 1 : 5-6 on nights 12-hour night shifts (1900-0700) with every other weekend and holiday rotation Nurses float in rotation with staff and may take full assignments on general units Use of EPIC EMR system; prior experience recommended Heparin titration based on PTT is required; must be comfortable with titratable drips Phillips telemetry monitoring system in use; nurses are not required to read their own strips Charge nurse and house supervisor available 24 / 7 Orientation includes 2 unit-specific days with an educator and preceptor Nursing team consists of charge nurses, house supervisors, and patient care techs to support ratios No scrub color requirement, but tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings are permitted while on duty Holiday coverage is required every other holiday as part of the rotation COVID vaccination is not required for employment at this facility Clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles are subject to local pay rates No call or standby requirements for this position Requirements Active IL RN license required at time of consideration; pending applications are not accepted Minimum 1 year of neuro nursing experience on a dedicated neuro unit At least 1 prior travel nursing assignment; first-time travelers are not eligible Level 1 trauma experience required Current BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required Experience with heparin drips strongly required Negative drug screen required prior to employment 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-627209. 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 - Neuro 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.